Hush now, 
Quiet down. 
Don't make a sound.
Stand strong.

I know you want to scream and cry,
I know you want to shake your fist and scream
"God, why?!"
But you can't.

You must be strong.
You must give them something to hold on to.
You must be the rock,
You must brave the storm,
You must look strong, though you are worn.

So baby girl, 
Don't you cry.
Take the pain and hold it all inside.

- Ashlei Cottom