I'm Ready

Plunge me in the ice cold water
Let me feel the numbing sting
I'm ready.
Give me everything you've got
I'll get through it
i believe.
Beat me cruelly to the ground
And then kick me when I'm down.
let me be in despair
It's only fair.
In return bestow me knowledge
Give me power beyond my years
Let me learn all my lessons
Make me confront all my fears.
Then nurture me
Keep me safe
Protect me 'till I'm well again
Then push me into the world
And I will thank you God. Amen