Faking

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Does saying something enough make it true?
If I say I'll make it through,
Will I suddenly be able to fight
Or at least discover some light?
If I tell myself I'll be okay,
Will all this pain go away?
If I tell everyone I'm fine,
Will it become more than some line?
If I try to act like I have hope,
Will I magically be able to cope?
If I pretend I understand what I feel,
Will I suddenly feel real?
How much can I force
Before it just gets worse?
How long can I fake a smile?
I mean, it's been a while...
If I stop screaming "help me,"
Will I feel free?
Tell me how much I have to fake
To know I won't break.

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