A Better Day

Surrounded by people,
though I feel so alone.
I join in a conversation,
yet I stand on my own.
Why does this happen?
Why do I feel this way?
Seems no matter what.
I just can't break away.

A smile on my face,
my sadness to hide.
I laugh out loud,
yet I'm crying inside.
I'm trying so hard,
to make it all go away,
but the feeling of loneliness,
just wants to stay.
Here's hoping tomorrow will be a much better day.

© Jeanette Walters, all rights reserved.
This poem may be used free of charge, on the condition that copies are not sold for profit in any medium, nor any entrance fee charged to a performance. In exchange, the author would appreciate being notified of any occasion the poem is used in public performance. She may be contacted at: jeannette_001@blueyonder.co.uk