You Cry Alone

"laugh and the world laughs with you,
cry and you cry alone"

how true and sad these words once penned
for this I've learned, yet learn again
that when I bloom and smile with glee
the world and life will laugh with me
I'm not alone....never alone
the joy is not for me alone!

Yet when the demons heart possess
and come to steal my happiness
when all around is darkest gloom
and none to rescue from the tomb
I am alone.....I cry alone
the grief I bear....I bear alone!

I know your heart is bleeding too
for some have been unkind to you
and none can see the bitter tear
nor chase the goblin of your fear
You feel alone....you cry alone
but that pain you bear, don't bear alone!

Now turn to me; remember this
I know this pain, this poisoned kiss
depression has a hold of me
and this I say with certainty
though other hearts are made of stone
you're not alone....NEVER alone!

Eileen Manassian

This poem got 1265 views. You can find it here on Poetry Soup if you want to read the comments and pics I've posted with it. There's one of Robin Williams...to man who made everyone smile but cried alone. I hope you enjoy the video. I haven't been able to write in some time, so I'm posting some videos of Rhymes of the Times that I recorded some time ago. :) Enjoy
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Sands Avatar
October 24, 2016 at 4:44 PM
Your honest poetry is so meaningful. Thank you.
Zuma Avatar
August 23, 2016 at 5:29 AM
i love this poem
Devnath  Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 1:34 PM
Delightful poem my dear friend. Enjoyed your poem in your beautiful video. My favorite too. Hugs, Cloudy poet, bl
Wigley Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 1:00 AM
Lovely. And so are you. Viv x
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:14 AM
Thanks, Viv. Sorry I haven't been around much. My Muse is giving me a hard time, so I'm just uploading some videos that I recorded a while back. I'll swing by to see you soon. Thanks for the kind words. :)
Lamoureux Avatar
August 20, 2016 at 6:42 PM
Thinking of you, hugs Rick.
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:15 AM
Thanks, Rick. So good to know I'm not forgotten. Hugs back! :)
Kendrick Avatar
August 20, 2016 at 8:52 AM
Eileen, I would be lost without God being with me..I need the prayers..Thanks for the well wishes..What is new with you?? Sara..Thanks for stopping by my blog..Sometimes though we are alone within a room filled with people..
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:16 AM
I know that feeling....of being alone. I'm glad your faith is strong, dear, and I know that it will get you through this and any other problem life has in store. Sending you hugs...
Yvonne Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 9:29 AM
Nice to see you live. Love this poem, its voice, its message...excellent, love armand.
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:17 AM
Thanks, Armand. So good to have a visit from you. I've seen you sporadically. Hope you decide to stay more permanently. Hugs
Ainsley Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 8:39 AM
So wonderful.Glad I visited You today.
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:18 AM
I am glad as well, Michael. I haven't been very active. Will swing by to visit today. Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 8:04 AM
I just seen you got POTD! Congrats and a big hug!
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:18 AM
Thanks. :) It really made me happy. What's even better is when friends like you celebrate with me. Thanks, Richard. Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 7:47 AM
I am jealous, I could use a holiday from packing.
Manassian Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 2:19 AM
I wish you could have one. I know you are busy right now. Keep on keeping on. Moving is also an exciting time. Hugs, dear.
Goswami Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 3:12 PM
Yes, we are not alone. We have positive attitude and world wide poets and their smile with tears. Very nice creation and touched my heart. Thank you so much. Keep it up with love and respect dear poet. The Almighty bless you. Best wishes from India.
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 3:50 PM
Thank you, Sandip. I'm glad that you were pleased with this poem. We must all learn to be a little more caring. Sending you wishes to India! :)
Onclaud Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 11:18 AM
tugging at the heartstrings, eileen... i find this splendid piece so heartfelt and beautiful.. wow!.. huggs
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 3:50 PM
Thanks, sweetie. It's a question I've asked myself time and again. Why must one cry alone? If we are truly caring people, we will reach out to those who suffer pain. Thanks for the visit, dear. I appreciate it. Hugs
Schack Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 9:28 AM
you cry alone is a sweet poem. i can relate as someone w/pain. i tend to do that alone having been conditioned to believe in machoism as a man in our society, but i do sometimes. check out my poems on poetrysoup. your a good kid. daniel schack
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 3:47 PM
Thank you, Daniel. I appreciate the visit. It's sad that society conditions boys from an early age to not show emotion. The strain of being macho is what leads to emotional problems and health issues. I'm glad that you are able to let yourself feel. Thanks for the visit.
Thirtyseven Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 7:14 AM
It's easy to see why this is amongst your list of other people's favs. Such a compassionate write.
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 8:17 AM
Thank you, Scott. I so appreciate the visit and kind comment. Blessings.
Love Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 9:58 PM
Favorite line :"I know this pain, this poisoned kiss." Honest & elegant.
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:06 AM
Thanks for the post, Georgio. I do suffer from depression. The words are from my heart. Thanks for the visit.
Lamoureux Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 8:41 PM
Yay, you are back! I enjoyed reading and listening to this one Eileen. I agree the world needs a lot more empathy! Hugs Rick.
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:10 AM
I'm trying to get back into the swing of things, dear. I haven't written a poem in almost two months. These are recordings I did some time ago and have been recently uploaded. I will keep trying to write. Still in Cyprus. We extended our holiday. Hugs
Vaso Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 8:15 PM
What a beautiful poem, and the voice! I love your channel!!
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:10 AM
:) What more could I have to receive in way of commendation. Thanks ever so much, dear. You boost my morale. Hugs
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 6:32 PM
Congratulations on POTD Eileen. Your poem shares a meaningful message. Excellently written. I enjoyed your video very much. Thank you. Blessings, Connie
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:15 AM
Thanks, Connie. Always glad to get a visit from you, dear. I've often been the life of the party kind of gal. Depression, though, has recently made me very reclusive. I so appreciate those who are there for me when the tears flow. Hugs
Hay Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 3:51 PM
Sad and true and brilliantly written, congrats on POTD! Well deserved :)
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:15 AM
Thanks, Laura. Your kind words have cheered me today. :)
Cheyney Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 3:20 PM
Thank you. Those are the only words I can speak. Thank you.
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:18 AM
Thank YOU! I appreciate the heartfelt post, Jolene.
Allison Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 11:40 AM
Such a touching poem and seeing the video - wow no wonder your students love you so much , you bring poetry to life my beautiful friend:-) hugs Jan xx
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:22 AM
You are given me a loving hug with your words, Jan. :) Thank you ever so much. I'm glad to know you have seen the video and have been uplifted by it. What more could I ask for. Hugs, dear one.
Goldman Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 9:00 AM
well penned your thoughts are quite moving
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:23 AM
Thank you, Lawrence. I have days when my thoughts don't go anywhere due to depression. I appreciate your feedback on this poem.
Andresen Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 7:26 AM
- Congratulations, dear Eileen !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:26 AM
Thanks, Sunshine dear. Much appreciated. :) Hugs
Smith Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 7:24 AM
Very moving piece Eileen, congratulations for POTD honors...
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:27 AM
I appreciate the visit and kind words, Charlie. Thanks ever so much. :)
Y. Avatar
August 14, 2016 at 7:13 AM
Hi Eileen, Just coming back to say congratulations on getting the poem the day. It was well deserved. Enjoy the honor:-) Alexis
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2016 at 1:30 AM
I love second visits, dear. :) So kind of you, Alexis. Hugs, dear.
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