Hidden

The worst of her pain

Lies hidden away

In broken pieces 

She’s unable to grasp

So often she was told 

That her grief would pass

If she stood tall and strong

It couldn’t possibly last

Sadly she knows now 

That words evoke lies

Does she blame a voice

Should she even try

After so many tears

She’s perfected a mask 

To conceal a face

No longer recognized

Her reflection, a betrayal

Of a tortured soul

She counts the days

But sadly she knows

The time doesn’t always

Work as they say

Wounds don't heal

Quite, so easily