Outside, I'm fine.
Laughter resonates
From my body,
Swelling, spreading endlessly.
A bird soaring,
My song vibrant,
Reaching out to you,
I fly.
Inviting you to sing along.

Beneath, I suffer.
The laughter doesn't ring deep.
A bruised heart
Time has yet to heal.
This bird once was caged,
This song once was broken.
Calling out in vain,
I cry.
But no one takes notice.