Ticking Away

Well, I poured my heart into my hands
 But emotion took the best of me and walked away
 Now I hang my head and start to cry
 I wonder why I had to even wake up today
 Then I see what I've waited for
 And it makes me smile again
 And think about the times I couldn't stand no more
 Then I stop to think of you again
 I took some chances with my life
 But they kept me locked and beaten in the cold outside
 And I call you on the telephone
 All my bills are paid but there's no dial tone
 Then I hear what I've waited for
 And it makes me smile again
 And think about the times I couldn't take no more
 But then I hear your voice again
 Then I see what I've waited for
 And it makes me smile again
 And think about the times I couldn't stand no more
 Then I stop to think of you again