EGO

Dont lose moments in the clutches of ego

even though to succumb might seem too tempting to forego

the comatose existence in ego's embrace

kills precious moments without a trace

the joy of being with our loved ones marred by a word

as we never pause to see how absurd

Hashem (G-D) gives us the strength to step back

bringing our perspective back on track

thus with understanding threatening to invade

forgiveness diminishing ego's tirade

we awaken with the pain of moments long dead

But also with the knowledge that joy will now spread

and each moment will not seem lost but a gift instead