A Family's Secret Poem by Diana Americano

i feel the pain
i see the pain
i want to be strong
i want to be brave
its them i want to save
but i dont know how
i try to make them smile
but im not worth their while
Mommy i see you cry
though you do not try
you do not know what to do
i want to help
sisters are sick
daddy is weak
he's doing his job
but you just sob
we all need help
you've kept your faith
you keep me safe
but no more shall i watch
as you cry
i want to try
its my turn mommy
i am sorry
but i will no longer cry in front of you
i will stay strong
just for you
its my turn
to hide these tears