Sometimes wish I was normal but what does that even mean? Nobody privately is as normal as they seem Some of us hide behind a false veil of protection Others wear mistakes as armor for protection I own what I have done so no one can give me **** Impossible to understand if they haven't lived through it Everyone struggles We all feel pain I never judge those whose choices aren't the same I hope I grow to find happiness once more Along with freedom I harbored before How long until efforts prevail? Progressing at a pace slower than a snail I hate myself because I am weak Expectations way too high to meet Falling centimeters short of each goal Cannot fall asleep but can fall into these holes Every time I strive it's in vain Can hear the taunts of success i can't attain I love seeing people smile Laugh Maybe some joy will rub off as they pass