Do you see me here
hugging my knees close
wishing for a better world
holding back the tears
that would betray me

Do you see me here
in your memories
a happy child
playing with you
my best friend
my hero

Do you see me here
crying on the drive
choking out questions
you won't answer

Do you see me here
fighting for my smile
after you shattered it
into five million pieces
with one word
goodbye

Do you see me now
strong-willed and smarter
keeping my thoughts close
and my heart closer
so they can't be shattered
ever again
by you and yuor epiphany