it hurts something fierce

I cry because it hurts

Not because I’m angry

I cry because my insides feel miserable

Not because I’m shocked by their collective behaviours

I cry because I feel that I never learn to deal with these let-downs

Not because they got to me

I cry because I feel weak within

Not because I want revenge

I cry because it feels like all my efforts are in vain

Not because I feel like a loser

I cry because I’m pushing as hard as I can

Not because I’m fed up of living

I cry because I long for a future of relief

Not because I’m tired of trying.