Another Chance

Fellow gambler, take my hand; 

I'm your friend, I understand. 

I've known your guilt, your shame, remorse; 

I've borne the burden of your cross.

 I found a friend who offered ease;

 He suffered, too, with this disease. 

Although he had no magic cure, 

He showed me how we could endure. 

We talked together side by side; 

We spoke of things we had to hide. 

We told of sleepless nights and debts; 

Of broken homes and lies and threats. 

And so my weary gambler friend; 

Please take this hand I now extend. 

Take one more chance on something new; 

Another gambler helping you.