Lady of Excellence

You've touched so many lives this day
And you've made such an impact on many people along the way
The hurting, the broken, even the bruised
Are the people God sent to you to use
Because you saw past their hurt and you begin
To reconstruct their lives by putting the pieces together to mend
Just the compassion you have toward people
Is evidence that you are in God and rooted deeper
You've always extended your hands out to help...
Others along the way, because it wasn't about yourself
Never once did you mind using those same hands to reach back
And pull others to where they needed to be at
Now God is using you for a time as such
To show His people that "A Touch Means Much"
And as you continue to take your everyday leap of faith
Always remember it's God who directs your path and way
To do those things He's calling you to do today
So giving credit where credit is naturally due
It's easy when it comes to the accomplishments of you
And just because in others you took time to see value
God will not suffer your foot to be moved
Because you shall have whatsoever you say
Not because of your status, but because you are
"A Lady of Excellence" this day





-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

It's My Time

Lord, I've watched others be blessed by You
And I've seen their faith elevate a measure or two
You've blessed your people with houses, finances and cars
You have renewed their strength and given them new joy
It's always worthwhile to see You move
And watch Your Believers do as you say and prove...
You now, because when You open the windows of Heaven
They can't even receive it all, because it'll take forever
It's so good to see You work in their lives and home
For truly You're doing a work they can carry on
Now Lord, I've praised You for blessing, filling and restoring all the rest
But it's my time now to be blessed
You said You would restore to me seven-fold
Everything the devil came and stole
And I'm holding You to exactly what You said
Because I'm sending Your Word to hover around Your head
Lord, I've followed You and served You in faith
So hold no good thing from me this day
I've taken Your Word at face value
Because I know the Word will do all it suppose to
Lord, I've planted seeds, I've not only talked
But I have lived by Your standards and walked the walk
Now I believe I have a right to petition Your throne
And I'm staying until an answer in my heart is known
Because it's truly my time now to be blessed
And second class won't do or anything less
For I know I serve a God that's capable in every way
To do for me what He promised, because it's my time today




-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

He Came Through (My Testimony)

When I think about Your goodness and the things You've done
It's easy blessing and praising You, My Anointed One
For when others thought my life was through
Lord, I trusted, I praised and I still worshipped You
I believed with all my heart that it was Your hand
That established me and still allowed me to stand
Lord, You stuck by me, when my whole life was being read
And You comforted me, through the shame and lies that were spread
Even in my darkest hour, when nothing was going right
You showed up and brought in light
At times I couldn't see, how I could ever be free
And I struggled for months to find the real me
But You knew where I was all along
And in my mouth, You put a new song
You even took me in Your loving arms
And rocked me and held me during the storms
Even my enemies laughed and thought that I..
Wouldn't succeed, but fall by the wayside
But they just didn't know to Whom I belong
But I knew Lord and I stayed strong...
By remaining faithful and continuing to praise...
You, even during all my storming, raining days
Because I knew what kind of God I serve
And I can't help but to worship You, because it's what You deserve
Lord, You made a way just for me
Now all will know it's Your doing, even my enemies
And people actually wonder why I praise You like I do
But if they only knew what You brought me through
Then, they'll know like I do, that You are "Lord of All"
Because You came through for me when my back was against the wall





-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

I've Been,,,

I've been your tower and I've been your strength
I'm the reason the storm clouds were sent
To try you and see how strong your faith
I need to see if in Me, you'd still stay
See, I've bragged on you and the enemy knew
That I had My hedge of protection surrounding you
And on his whim, I lowered it just to show
That throughout your trials, it's Me you'd still know
So I've watched you as you struggled through many situations
Oh how I wanted to step in, but I couldn't tamper with your foundation
It was something you had to build with your own hands
Because you needed to know that your strength was not in man
For I've called you for such a time as this
So don't let the enemy cause you to give up or quit
There are souls I've given to you today
That's why I'm validating you and doing it My way
You have a ministry and I've anointed you as well
And no, you won't fold, you won't bend or fail
I love you and I've invested gifts inside of you
Now stand until I allow them to make room for you
I haven't forgotten and I haven't left you alone
I've been there all the time and I Am the center of your home
Now praise Me because I have a work for you to complete
And you're ready now to do it because you've been set free
For I'm the only One who really knew that you paid a price
For every tear, prayer and praise, it was a sacrifice
And I appreciate you hanging in there to still serve Me even when...
You couldn't see the forest for the trees, but inwardly you knew
that everything you needed - I've Always Been



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Love's True Essence

She had never known love like this before
Because she vowed she'd never open another door
And it didn't matter who knocked or called out
For previous loves left her in a drought
She constantly gave everything she had
But couldn't get in return which left her empty, hurt and sad
Yet still she'd tell herself, I'll try once again
Because I know he doesn't want a lover, yeah, this one wants a friend
But the curtains revealed what her heart had fully known
Another one to the curb, it's just another one gone
And so she grew tired of putting her heart on the line
And she vowed no more, never again, not this time
But he came into the picture and he was talking life
She knew this one was different because he represented the Christ
Still she wasn't sure, so she would just get to know him
After all, she didn't want to risk going out on that limb
So day in and day out they began to commune
And again she noticed that this one was in sync and in tune
With everything she had to say, he listened carefully
Soon she felt a connection that she didn't want inwardly
But daily her walls began to slowly come down
And she realized she was exposed and she didn't feel sound
Because she was scared and she wondered if he
Would see her as she was, then turn around and leave
But he stayed there and with his pillow of cloud from above
He wrapped her up and covered her insecurities with his love
He tucked in her doubts and kissed away her pain
He sheltered her from the storms and brought her out of the rain
He showed her the essence of how true love should be
And soon she surrendered because she realized this one thing
That the man who loved her was no longer in her dreams
For God brought forth someone saved and set apart
When He gave her "Him," the desire of her heart



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

The Same Man

Who knew my imperfections and looked past my pain
Who saw me in raw form when I had nothing to gain
Who breathe life into this form of clay
And showed life in a brand new way
Who knew me and called me out of my mother's womb
Oh yes, the same man who called Lazarus forth from the tomb
Who cheers for me and comforts me when life has dealt me a hard blow
Who speaks to the inner factors of my weary soul
Who drew me in with arms of grace
Oh yes, the same man who on the cross took my place
Who picked me up when I was beaten and bruised
Who healed my heart when it was abused
Who gave me joy when turmoil was around
Who kept my feet on solid ground
Who washed me thoroughly in His Word
And cleansed me in the afterbath of His Blood
Who laid His life down and became sin for me
Oh yes, the same man who allowed Blind Bartimaeus to see
He did it all for me, Oh what a price He paid
That with arms opened wide, the last breath He gave
And He complained not as He hung on that tree
I'm talking about the same man "Jesus" who died just for me



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Break The Seal

It took months for me to reach out my hand
And escape the shell that held captive my inner man
Because I felt that giving up was the way to go
And I reneged on a God who loved me so
See, I held on tight to the seal that held in my oil
And in the process it robbed me of my faith and joy
I didn't feel like going on because the problems I faced
Had me in a dry, secluded and wilderness place
I was like the Daughter of Zion captive by her own chains
Feeling so hopeless that nothing could suppress the pain

The desert beat on my brow as I tried to get up
And reach out my hand to the One who offered me His cup
So with all my might I stood and I began to shout...
Praises to a God I had forgotten all about
I looked beside me and picked up what was there all along
It was my breakthrough, for when I broke it, the smell rose to God's throne
And I saw Him descending and He placed in my hands
Keys to take back what Satan stole from my land
So I went through the enemy's camp as bold as ever
And I laughed at him for thinking that he was so clever
And right in his midst I broke the seal of my praise
And I stayed there until he gave me back my joy and faith
I stood in his presence and I demanded my gifts back
My peace, strength and hope he had to unpack
Then right when I thought I had received everything
God came back down and awarded me more blessings
But Satan wasn't finished because he began to...
Tell God, "She's the Daughter who wanted to give up on You"
And I saw lightning and thunder flash as God said, "You're right"
But she didn't because she broke the seal that held her alabaster box tight

So no matter what problems and situations you're in
Trust in God because it's not over until you win
Offer up your praise and sing your song
Stand in His presence since that's where you belong
Though the winds are howling and the storm clouds roll
Remember, Jesus is the only true Lover of Your Soul
He cares about those small things that you have tucked away
And He's concerned about anything that's detrimental to your faith
So hide yourself in His arms and feel at ease and at rest
Then let Him rock away your pain, for your Heavenly Father knows best
He loves you dearly and no, you can't change that
So break the seal of your praise and then stay attached
For your perfume is sweet to Him and the aroma fills Him up
Now let Him bask in what you offered because your alabaster box was in His cup



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Unshackled Praise - The Purpose

Acts 16: 20-26

Whenever you make up in your mind to stand for God you can rest assure opposition will come and where there's opposition, there's always lies. If what you're saying and doing doesn't benefit others - Look Out! Some people follow you not because of the Christ in you, but because they want to gain from what you've got.

The enemy knew who Paul and Silas were. But most importantly they knew they served the Most High God. Does the enemy know who you are? Is it possible to be so in tuned and connected to God that the demons follow us around and proclaim for us who we know and serve?

Sometimes our faith will take us places and bring us before people that doesn't agree with what we agree with. (Two people can't walk together unless they agree)

One thing that Paul and Silas knew was whom they walked for. Can the world tell whose shoes we are filling when we walk? Do they know when they see you or hear you that you represent something different then who they are?

Can you praise God in the midst of everything you're going through? When you've been shunned, ostracized, talked about, lied on, beaten, bruised, broken and even bound, etc... Can you be like Paul and Silas and have that any huh and any way kind of praise? Got to make up in your mind that no matter what God is to be praised.

In the midst of Paul and Silas being shackled and cast within the prison of the prison, they knew that they could raise a praise and God would come in and unshackle their chains.

Realize that when you praise God that not only are you binding but you are loosing. When Paul and Silas praised God, not only did God come through for them BUT He showed out so that everyone else involved could see.

You know it's something about midnight (which is said to be the darkest part of night) that just when you think it's over, a praise can seep out and turn your mourning into dancing. Only an unshackled praise can cause an Awesome God to come by and personally see what's going on.

So no matter what's going on - when the husband, children, job, finances, body, whatever it is - is not acting right - just give God a praise that's unshackled. Let it flow freely and watch Him shake your foundation and loose every band that had you shackled. Watch Him open doors you never dreamed could be open and not only will He do it for you, but everyone you touch, you pray for, come in contact with, God will loose their bands because of you.

Remember, praise is not about us. Praise is telling a Glorious God that has allowed us to enter Into His Courts that He Is Mighty. Praise is the creature adoring the Creator and revering the Lover of My Soul. It's also the product praising the Manufacturer and giving praise, honor and glory that is due His Name.



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

I Was Promised

I wasn't promised days filled with sunshine
I wasn't promised I'd have no problems in this lifetime
I wasn't promised that everything would be alright
And I sure wasn't promised I never have to fight
I wasn't promised that life would be easy at all
I wasn't promised that I'd never slip or fall
I wasn't promised that I'd skip everyone of life's temptations
And I definitely wasn't promised there'd be no obstacles or situations
But I was promised that no matter what I go through
That I have a Comforter that will see me to...
The end of everything I'd have to face
Because I was promised that I could run this race
I was promised that I'd never be left alone
To handle anything that comes on my own
I was promised the battles that come my way
Have already been won by Jesus this day
I've been promised that I can do all things through Christ
Who strengthens me and is the Giver of All Life
I've also been promised that I'll never be forgotten or forsaken
No matter what the situations looks like or how much my foundation is shaken
I was promised that before I was even born
That God chose me and created me in His imagine and form
I was promised that Jesus' love will never ever change
For me and toward me, it'll always remain the same
I've even been promised that my enemy is defeated
Because I'm a King's Kid and I'm also Heavenly seated
Now I know that I'll always look to the hills
From where my help comes from and it's not based on how I feel
But it's how Jesus took my hand and led me on
And I now promise in Him that I'll stand strong
For when all else around me began to fade and pass
I won't have to worry, what I do for Christ will last
Because I was promised that God would keep me in perfect peace
Whose mind is stayed on Him and for that my soul can be at ease




-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Cherish Your Jewel

Do you cherish your jewel that's in your life
She could be your mother, friend, lover or wife
Yes she's the one that's right by your side
Encouraging you to go that extra mile
She's the breath of fresh air that you breathe
She's the one that puts you before her own needs
She's the pillar of strength when yours is gone
Because she knows for you she has to be strong
She'll often give her shoulder just so you...
Can lean on it or even cry, but only if you have to
She compliments the man that you've become
By basking in your successes and not in the failures you've done
She knows that no matter what; she'll stand
By you and with you as she continues holding your hand
Because there have been days when she have felt
Like she was out on a limb all by herself
Yet, this she expressed not, but only because she
Wanted you focused and worry-free
So take time now to sincerely stop and realize
How precious that lady is that's standing by your side
Then think of what you'd do if she was no longer there
Could you find a replacement like her who loves you and care
See, that's why it's so important that you "Cherish Your Jewel"
That you've been blessed with, because she's rare, precious, beautiful and true


-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

I'm In Love With You

I Am the Lord that love and healeth thee
I speak to the winds and waves and they obey Me
My hands hold back the waters of the earth
And My eyes see every time you're hurt
I may sit high but I still look low
Because these same eyes are perpetually looking to and fro
I'm watching out for you and I will come through
For it's no secret that I'm in love with you
I gave the best I had and I'll do it again
And I love it when you praise Me, it just entices Me to come in
So why are you down and feeling weary and depressed
When My arms are opened wide for you to come and rest
For you know My burden is easy and My yoke is light
Come lay your head on My shoulder and let Me hold you all night
Sing Me a love song and lift up your hands and your heart
And I'll come and sit in your midst and My Spirit I'll impart
Don't you know the sercret's out of the bag
Child, I'm in love with you and no, you can't change that
No matter how many times you step out on your own
It's My love for you that always bring you back home
The pain that's caused by life's up and downs
It's My grace that find you when you're hid and don't want to be found
Oh yes, I look for you, I search for you, because I know
That you need Me to lift your feet off the floor
Just like Heaven's thunder and the smell of the morning's rain
I'll let the dew from Mount Hermon fall on you, for some things just don't chnage
Nothing you say or do could ever cause Me to leave
Because I'm in love with you and you're a special part of Me
So special to Me that when I open My hands
I see your graven image and I remember My thoughts and plans
I remember My thoughts of peace to give to you an expected end
Because before I called you out, I first called you My Friend
So don't ever forget this fact, let it always be an emblem of truth
That no matter where you've been, what you've done, or how long you did it,
I'm Still In Love With You

Rehearse What's Been Proven

No matter how many lies the enemy has told you
Everything My Word states concerning you is true
Pick it up and absorb the power
Then use it to free your possessions from the enemy this hour
You are under attack and it won't be easy to
Go into the enemy's camp and take what belongs to you
He's fighting you tooth and nail because he wants to stop purpose
And he knows without it, you'll become worthless
So stand on the Rock of your salvation and know
That I Am in the midst because I've told you so
You've won many battles so rehearse what's been proven
That you're a conqering conqueror and you always win
For the things I've entrusted you with is dear
But I can't use you if you're plagued with fear
The fight for your faith is the only fight I'll allow
And I accept that because succession always tear down mighty walls
So trust in Me because I won't lead you wrong
Then give Me the praise that from your heart you've sung
Because I'll come through if you only call on Me
And with the sword of My Spirit, you'll take it violently
My Precious Child, don't you know that I'll repay
Therefore nothing can stand up to you because your back I have this day
So don't ever give up when life becomes rough or hard
Just rehearse what's been proven and trust in Me, Your Lord



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Trust Me

You've been going through much for a while, yet somehow
No one would even know if they looked at you now
Because you're trying hard to hide what's really going on
For you want no one to know you really haven't been strong
Things have been happening and you feel as if your praying
Have not gotten through bcause you sense a delaying
But I've heard you and I've seen your pain
And I know you feel as if you're standing alone in this rain
You haven't even felt connected lately and you often ask Me do I see
The hurt you've been feeling and experiencing
See, you feel as if I'm not there at all
But I see you trying to fight even though your backs against the wall
I see those silent tears no one else knows about
And I even know you're fighting the spirit of doubt
You've asked many questions about certain things in your life
If you could only understand I'm doing things through My Son, Christ
Yes, you are valuable to Me and no, I haven't forsaken you
Because the things I'm doing in your life, I need you to trust Me on through
Trust Me to work out every prayer you have offered up
Knowing you were on my mind when I drank from that cup
I love you and I need to get you to see
That all your problems I'll work out if you only put your trust in Me
Give Me everything in your life that you've tried to retain
Then realize I'm your Redeemer and your heart I contain
Because I'm working things out and no, you won't fall
Remember you've already been selected, chosen, anointed, appointed and called
So Trust Me to take care of everything you have in your life
And you'll never be forsaken nor your seed begging bread in Jesus Christ



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

For You

I don't care how big that mountain is in your way
And I don't care how long it's been standing before you today
Because I am God and don't ever be fooled
For I still command, declare, reign and rule
Now it may seem like it's not going anywhere
But the enemy is a liar because I'll move it from here to there
It'll never entangle you again for I've heard your plea
And I'm personally descending down to come, look and see
No hindrances again will get you off track for any reason
Because the former things are past; it's a new time and new season
Everything you desire I'm bringing forth for you
And I'll bless everything that your hands decide to do
You won't have to wonder when the storm clouds roll
They won't come by you declares the Lover of Your Soul
I'll do things for you that'll cause others to quake
Because you mean that much to Me, you're not a mistake
So it doesn't matter what happened in your life that's been seen
I've covered all of that and washed your slate clean
No one can pluck you from out of My hands
You're surrounded with love and hidden from all evil plans
If you could only see that My love for you
Is endless, infinite, and above all true
For you were in My heart when I chose to leave My throne
And you're engraven in My palm, so you'll never be alone
Remember, no one could ever love you as much as Me
Because I proved it, you see My love for you ended on a tree



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

A Believer's Battle

There was so many things that wasn't going right
Although I tried to fix them, I was losing the fight
And I knew I couldn't handle it by myself
So I called on God for to come and help
And because I felt He didn't come right then
The enemy made it seem like a losing battle I was in
But I just cast him down and pushed him out of the way
Because I knew I could depend on God any day
And it really didn't matter how long I thought He would take
I knew He was an on time God and He was never late
I knew He'd come just when I need Him the most
Because this was a fact and on these truths I could boast
For I have yet to stay in a situation where God didn't through
And if He's done it for me then He'll do it for you
The enemy will truly have you whereas things are so hard
That you can't trust anyone, not even your God
He'll make you feel like you're on your own
And God didn't hear you because He left you alone
He'll make you doubt, then place God on a shelf
Because he'll have you believing you can do it by yourself
He wants you so twisted and far from the real thing
And he doesn't want you to know truth, that can set you totally free
He wants to keep you where you can never grow...
In the things of God and learn what you need to know
See, he knows that if you ever get to that point, he has to stop and quit
Because you're now a threat to his kingdom and a mighty force to be reckoned with



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Robbed Of A Flower

I can still remember so vividly and clearly
The face of my mother embroided in my memory
I can remember growing up in a huge household
Where discipline was a must and it never grew old
My mother's main concern was making sure
That each of us was warm, safe and secure
She was always there and she took out the time
To make sure things in our lives were fine
I can remember her sitting in the front row
Taking pictures of me at school in a show
Seems like she would be the loudest one to clap
Telling everyone, That's my daughter right there in the back"
When there were days that I'd be in fear
I always knew my mother was near
To tell me those things I needed to hear
I can even remember the handiwork of my mother when she sewed
Because she always made the prettiest clothes
My mother was proud, beautiful and strong
And in her there was nothing I could see wrong
She taught me about God and how to pray
She gave me the encouragement to stay in the race
If I could relive that day and moment again
I would do things differently so that my mother would be here
Now as I grow older I'm finally beginning to understand
That when God plucked my mother from the garden, it was part of His plan
But I miss my mother; I miss her so much
Her warmth, her beauty, her love and her touch
Not one day go by that I don't sigh
Wishing my mother was by my side
But I realized that God needed a special flower...at that particular hour
He needed a shining gem, a beautiful stone
He needed to call a Diamond home
My mother is never forgotten although she's gone
Yet her memory will continue to live on
In my life as long as I live
Because I was "Robbed Of A Flower" the garden had to give




-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Unshackled Praise

I had so much going on that I just didn't know
How to open up and let the praises flow
See, life had me in a chokehold and I felt I was going down
Because no matter how I tried to praise Him, I couldn't muffle a sound
I had done many things that wasn't pleasing to My Father
And I felt I was unworthy to come to him as a daughter
And just when I wanted to give up, I heard a voice say
Break the chains of your mind and give Me an unshackled praise
Get out of the dungeon and the prison you're in
And praise Me for your breakthrough, then watch Me send
An earthquake to shake the foundation so your shackles can be loosed
Because I can't have you bound, there's too much work for you to do
Now free yourself and don't worry about who you use to be
For I chose you and called you and I set you free
I never see your yesterday's, I only see what's ahead
Don't you know what I invested in you, My Blood was shed
So let go of everything, move froward and don't look back
Now give Me an Unshackled Praise and I'll meet you where you're at




-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Return To Sender

Lord, I need to know what was in Your plan
When You put me with that particular man
Please help me to see what was on Your plate
That he would be the one I'd have for a mate
What could it have been that was on Your mind
That I'd be his good thing that he was chosen to find
Help me to understand what was on Your agenda
Because I'm about ready to postmark him "Return To Sender"
I just can't see how You fashioned that dust
And gave him to me to love, care for and trust
Did You know that he deliberately withheld from me
Things that if I'd known about would definitely alter this thing
How could You protect me and then let him in
To deal me a blow that I couldn't defend
Where were You when things began to change
That left my heart in so much pain
And how many chances was I suppose to take
Before I could finally get a break
Now I'm not blaming You Lord, but I'm trying to see
How this man's missing rib is somehow linked to me
And if I didn't know You, I'd say it loud and clear
That this was a mistake and I shouldn't be here
And even if he wasn't Boaz, one thing remains true
It was sanctified as holy the very moment I said "I Do"



-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Be The King

I'm trying to hold on and do the right thing
But it's hard to sit back and wait for what tomorrow bring
Because I've been drying up and it's hard to explain
That the same man that brings me pleasure has also brought me pain
And I'm trying to hang in there and keep going on
Because I do love him and I'm trying to be strong
But he just can't see that some things he do
Causes me to question if his love is really true
How can you love someone and give them your heart
When there are days you feel as if he's ripped it apart
And I try to leave but with every fiber of my being
I always end up staying another day because I begin seeing
That if I really make up in my mind to step
He knows I won't be back and I won't care what comes nect
So with the strength of God, I'm praying everyday
That the man I've been given can rise up and take his place
Be the King of his castle and above all else he do
Love the Lord unconditionally as he grows in grace too
Because he can never love me the way I deserve
If he can't first fall back in love with the Word


-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Addictive Love - An Addict's Wife Story

I'm tired of this, this just doesn't make sense
Then I waited for him to answer in his defense
But there was absolutely nothing he could say
That could change the atmosphere on this particular day
So the tone was set and he had to have known
That the house we inhabited was no longer a home
For he'd taken that concept that I held precious and dear
And treated it haphazardly when he allowed drugs to interfere
Yes, the man I thought I knew and gave my heart to
Neglected to inform me of the past he was connected to

And without warning, just like that things began to change
And the God that he served had now become strange
Items disappeared, money was stolen as his habit was brought to light
Denial was my enemy, trying to get him to confess to what was right
How could this happen, where did I go wrong
In the midst of You teaching me Lord, just help me to be strong
Because I'm taking hits now since my covering is bound
So help me to hang in there and stand my ground
May Your armor shield me and protect me from the enemy's darts
As I seek Your face with my whole heart
Because where I go from here, I really don't know
I'm indecisive as whether to stay or go

Afterall, why should I continue to be with a man
Whom I don't trust and have pushed away Your hand
Why should I stay Lord, when the things I'm going through
Would not have even transpired if he was serving You
He's reneged on every promise and has caused me grief and pain
His words are no longer viable and he's lost his good name
So I feel that I have regressed and have stepped back instead
Because instead of gaining, I'm losing and I feel horribly misled
The lies and deceit are what gets to me more
And it's become as second nature to him as a household chore
Some days I held my breath when from work I came home
Not knowing what would be there and what would actually be gone
It's so hard when you work to achieve and have nice things
Then within your own home, you've been picked off clean
From his clothes and cologne to my perfume and tools
To a tv and vcr player, they all soon became old news

It was hard to live but even harder to love
A man you now despise who use to be a part of your world
But with the grace of God, I've learned to trust in this fact
That only God can usher this prodigal son back
So this is my story but I know I'm not alone
For there is an addictive love in nearly one of four homes
And if you're staying, I salute you on the decision you made
But for those who'll be leaving; there's no condemnation to you
For your sacrifice has already been paid


-Inspiration Creations by Cantrice-

Be Yourself

Of all the people in the world to be
I wouldn't want to be anyone but me
I may not have all the riches and wealth
But as long as I know I'm being myself
I may not have all the fortune and fame
But I know I'll never be ashamed
My famous peers who live to a tee
Try very hard to be better than me
But some find only one thing
That their lives are full of misery
So nevertheless, only one thing is best
Just be yourself and no one else

Sweet Temptation

The thought of two people lying here together
Not knowing if their actions are for the worst or the better
Can they hide the way they feel
Or are the feelings they feel all so real
Can they help themselves
If they desire the passion of someone else
But what about the other that you think of
When we're not together contemplating love
Do that make us any more wrong
If the feelings we feel may somewhat be strong
But only at that particular time
Will we leave everything else behind
We'll go off into our own little world
Carress each other and then make sweet love
But after it's over will we say
It wasn't suppose to happen it was a big mistake
When we knew all along
That that were someone else to whom we belong
So we come to the conclusion that after all this sensation
That what we had was only "Sweet Temptation"
But now you have to face the fact
That I can't keep holding my feelings for you back