I just finished my internship at the Salvation Army Rehab Center where I had the opportunity to do group and 1:1 therapy with men who either perpetrated domestic violence, or were substance abusers, or both. I was there for about 8 months, and in that time I saw many of the men grow and take accountability for what they had done. I don't condone, or excuse any of their behavior, and as a victim of domestic violence myself when I was in my late teens/early twenties, I know what the other side is like. As someone who has been on the other side, it was good to see that some people are truly sorry for what they have done, and when they come to understand the why's, and how's of it all, whether its related to their childhood, or not, they can let go of being controlled by their anger, fears, and negative pasts to construct a positive way of life for the present, and future. So for the men who were honestly trying to change, this song is for them. I picture them valiantly protecting their Hope for a brighter future, fighting their current demons so that they can change and have a better life.
I have never made it through listening to this song without crying
Wolfsheim-Twelve
They were twelve of the bravest men that I've ever seen
They were waiting on a mountain top to defend their queen
Against the rambling troops of bandits hiding in the stormy night
And when they heard hollow steps nearing they knew they had to fight
They were twelve and they were fighting. Their blood covering their hands
Against the growing crowd of enemies no one of them could stand
Just the oldest of our brave men was resisting in his rage
But when he also fell he left this world at fifteen years of age
They were twelve of the bravest men that I have ever seen
Much too young and much too courageous and much too valiant