Times in my life I felt I was dying 

Trials in my life I am still surviving 

Like a phoenix rising up from its 

own flames 

I've been resurrected rise in my own name 

I must face the facts, 

acknowledge all I've known 

across the tracks and back 

finally I have grown 

I must face the truth, 

acknowledge all I've seen 

with every fiber of my heart and soul and being 

Content of Character 

constant test of will 

Pass or fail this test 

I will sacrifice  

Help me celebrate  

this precious life 

as the battle rages 

I will carry on 

True to my convictions 

I shall overcome 

Content of Character 

a constant test of my will