In the experience of life, I often feel overwhelmed
Like a rook upon a fresh board, stories yet unhelmed
I trade my doubts for hopes, pitch my dreams afar
An object in motion, thinking about who we are

Across the breach of time, I link moments that drop
A list of memories I repeat, they never stop
In slow motion, I focus on the audio within
Imitate my native self, let the training begin

I crack the rules, defy the law during this quest
Available to avail myself of truths unexpressed
With definite steps, I channel, seeking release
I live, I count my blessings, find my favorite peace

I spread my wings despite the pisses of fate
Through analysis of pain, I craft the perfect phrase
Stay bold, stay brave, I dare to smooth the roughest seas
I show the world where I fit, align my energies

I mention how I situate in every situation
I describe, I instruct my heart with careful notation
I accept the broad increases that life demands
The amount of love in motion, effects we understand

I post my soul's particular content, I declare
I notify the universe, my last tale to share
From this station, I climb, seek the reward I chase
Beyond the border's gate, I sigh, embrace the pace

I'm the master of my journey, lead my loyal staff
An average, ordinary soul, but I assure you that I even the odds
Won't hail a cab on roads so lame
A senior to my fears, I wander, shed the shame
I proceed, I knock on doors of privilege and accord
I repeat my mantra loud, with every step forward

In the corner of my mind, an entrance to a trade
Where flops become successes from the choices I've made

Though I may flop or even flunk, I won't resign
This experience has taught me to redefine
No longer overwhelmed, I rise above the strife
A rook who found his crown in this grand game of life