The Ripples Go On Forever

They got the 10-31 down at the golden gate
The crowd and the press gathered to wait
But by the time help came it was too late
Just ripples on the water

They say the water sweeps you under and you’re gone in a wink
They say that it’s painless whatever that means
But the fall lasts forever for those on the brink
Just ripples on the water

Bridges take you all directions
But they’re not all the same
They’re just a sad reminder
For those who remain
Like lines in the sand
On both sides of the bay
They’re mean to be crossed
But some don’t make it all the way

Who knows the reason depends who you ask
A family changed forever with one final act
One thing for certain they’re not coming back

You just can’t see it coming no matter how hard you try
Never knowing what’s behind someone else’s eyes
Even though they chose the short path through life
The ripples go on forever

Bridges take you all directions
But they’re not all the same
They’re just a sad reminder
For those who remain
Like lines in the sand
On both sides of the bay
They’re mean to be crossed
But some don’t make it all the way