I dread the night The darkness inspires despondency The silence amplifies my pain My knees kiss the ground As I find myself once again deep in supplication The tears flow uninhibited The bill has come due for my numerous mistakes Regret has become my daily portion A bitter pill to swallow in every waking moment I accept my folly I didn't know any better Lord, please show me the way to atone Let your mercy find me again Let my skin feel the sun's rays once more