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When the sun begins to sink into the ground
I hear that flowing swirl
and have to keep from screaming out;
Oh it’s a draining sound.

Oh dear mom can you
recall when you wrote to me?
Almost two years ago;
you said you’d take heed of my advice.

But I see that not much has changed
and it really shows.
You say you’re too old to change,
so should I get out the shovel for your burial?
When you limit your sights to the ground
you might as well start digging.
Sometimes acceptance isn’t the best strategy for living:
When what you accept about yourself
is that which kills you.
Yes that glass in your hand may very well be
the end of you.

Hey mother, what’s draining you?

I've seen the levee’s steady fall.
Sinking down, you may dissolve
into a mess of resignation and defeat.

Futile cries for your mother;
pot kettle black talk of your brother.
I wanna clear your weary eyes and show you the signs
that you’re still loved.

And how do you think this reflects upon your kids?
I've seen the empty stare in the eyes that share my blood.

And goddamn this isn’t easy for me.
It’s hard to have this talk but i can’t not speak.
I’m gonna say what i need to say
before you’re gone, before it’s too late.

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from Nightly In Aspiration, released June 20, 2013
Cassie on drums

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Revisionists Austin, Texas

I wear my influences on my sleeve and I hope it comes out in the music. I know what I like and aspire to write like the bands and songwriters that inspire me while at the same time putting my own personal stamp on the music. In the words of Frank Turner, "I know I don't break new ground, many have travelled this sound, but I try to make it sound like home..." ... more

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