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