Brother Dearest Poem by Jade Blaydes

You told me not to cry
You taught me how to fly
you said that on you I always could rely
brother why did you have to lie
I thought you'd stick around
But you got lost in the crowd
I cannot find you now
When I'm feeling down
So, take me by the hand
And try to understand
I need you here with me
That way you can see
All that I am meant to be
That I have found the key
Though others may disagree
So, listen to me as I speak
I've found the answers that you seek
I have found my Peace of mind
That missing peace I couldn't find
It was not in drugs or alcohol
It was learning how to stand tall
I no longer need things to numb the pain
But a head held high as I stand in the rain