O Pessimism
Forgive us for our mischaracterization
Bestow upon us the clarity of Pragmatism
And lift the distorted veil of Faith
Let us design our agendas
Free from optimistic ambition
On the pure bedrock of Realism
Grant us continued protection from
The sharp-edged sword of Hope
The mistress of Futility
Who compels us to bail our ships
When we are better suited
Donning life vests and boarding rafts
Let not the milky tears of Security
Blind us from the utility of Truth
Assign to us Disquiet so that we may predict
Our futures free from the bias of Idealism
