Awake in a World That Doesn’t Always See You
In a land of change, I walk alone, Trying to make this new place home. I give my heart, I try my best, But some friendships fail the test. I pour my care into every bond, Expecting little, hoping for strong. But not all people truly see The quiet love inside of me. Still, I rise and learn each day, To hear my thoughts, to find my way. To be awake is more than sight It’s knowing what feels wrong or right. My mind drifts far without a sound, Like lost footsteps on empty ground. But when I breathe and trust the now, Life slowly shows me when and how. The truth is simple, calm, and clear: Not all who leave were meant to stay near. But every pain, each lonely night, Makes my inner world grow bright. I listen deep, I heal in peace, I find the strength that does not cease. For in my heart, I finally see What’s meant for me will never flee. 🪞 Reflection: This poem is a reminder that life often feels heavy when we give so much and receive so little. We lose people, we question ourselves, and w...