The Heart of the Matter
It's been said that I'm hard to know,
the truth be told - I've become more private;
It's been said that I look angry,
I say - just see me with my daughter to get the truth;
It's been said that I'm tough on others,
I just laugh - only on the inside.
I hit some rough patches and took a beating,
but my heart was always protected;
my eyes may be red at times,
not from drinking, but from private crying;
some see it as weak,
but strength comes from within - not out.
I have much to carry,
I have more to give;
I have much to teach,
I have more to learn;
I have much to share,
I have much, much more to love.
For "Getting to know you" contest sponsored by Tracie Edwards.
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