I know of secrets
Of the unseen things
That we keep hidden
Hidden behind masks
I know
Of the inner battles
Of the struggles
Of the pain
I know
That it can be lonely
That it is hard
That it hurts
I know
Everyone has their battles
Everyone has their struggles
Everyone has their pains
I know
We all live different lives
We all think in different ways
We all believe in different things
I know
Of it all and more
I always know
Day in and day out
In knowing this
Unless absolutely necessary
I can never hurt others
In word or deed
For I know
Everyone is fighting
Physically, mentally, and emotionally
With the demons in their lives
So why
Why must there be violence
Why must we cause pain to others
Why can't there be peace in the world
If I knew
I would not be asking
I do not understand
We are all people
Here is my secret
I look at the world around me
And see hidden scars of pain
In the world and in faces
I hear stories all around me
And I shed tears everyday in pain
For the death, violence, and loss
Yet I am a warrior and I will carry on
To all those who read this
I know of your struggles
I offer you strength in knowing
That you are strong and look to tomorrow
©elentia
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