We wake up and put our happy face on
Knowing that behind the mask that covers the tears that forever roll down our cheeks
There are so many problems that we can’t even begin to fix
Friends offer to lend an ear knowing they have no intentions of helping with the problem
We must ask ourselves, are they really friends then?
Family bickers and pitts one against the other
They argue about what celebration will happen where and when
Everyone abandons you leaving in opposite directions angry at the lack of resolve
You’re left once again feeling powerless and holding the bag filled with other people’s problems and no help for your own
But as always, you stand strong and look past each obstacle and find the brightness at the end of the tunnel
Let nothing take your smile
Rest your head on the pillow that captures your tears
Wake up the next morning and put your happy face on
And just give them your whole heart
Put Your Happy Face On©
Copyright 2016
By Felina Silver Robinson
The Writings of Felina Silver Robinson 