Jessica,
listen up for a minute. You’ve been grinding non‑stop, doing everything you can for Ripley, and half the time it feels like nobody really sees how hard you’re pushing. You’re a single mom, but you’re out here playing every role: mom, dad, provider, protector, teacher, all of it. That little girl is ten, but she already got a warrior for a mother, and that’s gonna shape her whole life. (Chorus)
Just trying to find that silver lining, So everyone can see how hard I’m trying, sometimes it makes me feel like crying. But lord knows how bright my soul flows, And that gives me the strength to keep on going
You’re staying with your mom and dad, holding them down while they hold you down, too. That’s real family right there. You’re not just there to take; you’re there to help, to support, to keep the house moving. Even when it’s tight, even when you’re tired, you still show up. That’s what makes you solid. (Chorus)
Just trying to find that silver lining, So everyone can see how hard I’m trying, sometimes it makes me feel like crying. But lord knows how bright my soul flows, And that gives me the strength to keep on going
And yeah, your sister? She’s not always on point. Sometimes she brings more stress than peace, and that hurts, because you just want everyone to be good. But even with that, you still try to give your best, still try to be the bigger person, still try to keep love in your heart. That says a lot about who you are.
You might not feel it every day, but you’re building something. Every early morning, every late night, every time you put Ripley first, every time you bite your tongue instead of starting a fight, you’re laying bricks for a better life. Happiness ain’t some magic thing that just drops out the sky; it’s these little moments you’re creating: your daughter’s smile, your parents’ gratitude, those quiet seconds when you know you didn’t give up. (Chorus)
Just trying to find that silver lining, So everyone can see how hard I’m trying, sometimes it makes me feel like crying. But lord knows how bright my soul flows, And that gives me the strength to keep on going
So keep your head up, Jessica. You’re not perfect, but you’re real, and you’re trying, and that matters more than anything. You deserve to be happy, not just “getting by.” Don’t forget that. One step at a time, one day at a time—you and Ripley are gonna be alright.
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