Why Do We Cry

Why do we cry. 

Why do we cry. 

 why do we cry when the tears don't help me; 

is it because we can't break free. 

why do we cry when tears don't shape me; 

is it because my world won't let be. 

why do we cry when tears fall so free; 

is it because I hurt so deeply. 

why do we cry when tears stop me see; 

is it because of what I've seen lately. 

why do we cry when tears roll down my cheeks; 

is it because they stroke me gently. 

why do we cry when tears make me empty; 

is it because we need to drift on the sea. 

why do we cry when tears show our souls perfectly; 

is it because we are all one soul drowning quietly.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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