Chisel & Stone

If by a man’s deeds he be judged
And by a man’s work he be known
If a man’s word be his bond
It falls upon the son now to atone

If there’s no progress without pain
But the art of suffering is a choice
If there’s no change without sacrifice
Craft your identity in your voice

If it’s the hardest thing to love
And allow being loved in return
If love is a wild and raging fire
Then let our houses burn

If happiness is dependent on the self
Not a place but a product of our goal
When found then wear it as a shield
Allow none to narrow out your soul