I had great wisdom when this all began...but they're all dead.

I believed in mercy for a little while...but found that he who hesitates is gutted.

I believed in justice...but only the good die young.

I had faith when this all began...but even God likes a good laugh.

I was diligent...but so many have slipped through my fingers.

I was temperate...but now there's not enough alcohol in the entire world.

I had courage when all this began...but now I'm afraid I'll be the last man standing.

And hope? It's all I have left.