She walks with an air of confidence, br Drawing stares of awe from many; br What’s behind the smile she wears? br Must be contentment of past and present. br br She attracts a crowd wherever she goes, br Telling jokes and bringing humor to all; br What’s behind the wit and cleverness? br Must be cheerfulness to spread the joy. br br She draws in those who are hurt and needy, br Bringing solace to their aching hearts; br What’s behind the compassion and love? br Must be a feeling of peace within her. br br She partakes in the gatherings of friends, br Joining them in their many festivities; br What’s behind the splendid laughter? br Must be a love of life and mankind. br br Harboring dark secrets behind it all, br Hiding behind her smile and cleverness – br She goes about her days afraid, alone; br There is no cheerfulness, no contentment, br br Peace replaced by sinister chaos within, br And love of life frequently lost to darkness – br Her eyes have seen what none should see. br Look closely: Can you see what’s behind it all? br br br http: allpoetry.