Stand Down

It's time to stand down
I can finally sleep
But I'm restless tonight
In this hard-won peace

Every time I close my eyes
The images are no surprise

Running and shooting
Fighting and dying
The comrades I've lost
Make me want to start crying

But I'm strong and I'm tough
And I've built up these walls
So no one can see weakness;
I can't let them fall

It's time to stand down
But I can't let go
If I let myself feel
I'll surely lose control...