Smile

I wish I could smile more

So I could lie more

So they’d think I’m happy

So they won’t feel sorry for me

Or dig into the truth

And open the scars previously closed

So I pray for smiles day and night

To hide the truth

Reviews

[Heartful5160]

I know how that feels. When I'm down or low, I always try to hide it by a smile, but sometimes it's good to let the pain show, so someone can talk to you about it and hopefully you'll feel better about it. Great writing and keep writing!

[Jack Wolfe]

This poem speaks volume of a sorrowful past, and perhaps present, a wayward soul, lost, and wanting to hide the inner depths of his woe. Its an emotional piece and well done.