On the dawn of a new year
I do not know what to feel.
I can't regret the past year,
but it seems to all be dust.

All my effort, all my work,
all my feelings lay bare,
and I am hollow, broken,
shattered through my soul.

A year ago, I wanted nothing more
than to be with her across the distance.
Now, I still want the same,
but things have changed so much.

I feel out of control,
I don't know which way to turn.
I can't stand losing her,
and I can't face a year alone.

Without her, I see no bright future,
I can see no light,
as the darkness consumes me,
my love, unreturned.

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