With heavy heart and troubled mind,
A person stands, alone and kind.
Family troubles weigh her down,
But still she wears a smile, not a frown.
Through tears and pain, she chooses hope,
And finds the strength to help her cope.
For in her heart, she knows that love
Will guide her through the darkest rough.
Though family problems may assail,
She knows that they will not prevail.
For with each smile, she finds the grace
To see her struggles in a different place.
She knows that life is not always fair,
But still she chooses to be aware
That in each day, there is a chance
To make a difference, take a stance.
So let her smile be a shining light,
That guides her through the darkest night.
For though her family troubles may be real,
Her spirit is unbreakable, her will to heal.
©notk
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