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Jenn Cirrincione
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0 posted 2000-08-09 05:27 PM


As happy as I am,
As happy as they see?
Jovial spirit?
My sadness can be overwhelming, yet all they see is 'chipper'.

I wish in truth I cared to be the way they all perceived me.
Everyday "how are you?",
And I lie..."good, you?"
Never truthful, I'm always plagued.

I miss my childhood,
I miss the time before betrayal.
Before my so-called friends, their so-called issues,
And their so-called lives.
I miss the me I used to be.

© Copyright 2000 Jennifer Parker - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2000-08-09 07:06 PM


Wonderful poem!  I understand how you feel...I have put on a "happy face" and not told anyone what my troubles are.  Everyone thinks you are always supposed to be that happy person who never is sad.  I know it hurts!  Just keep your chin up.  Remember, there is a God who loves you no matter what happens!  
    

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; run and not grow weary, walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:3

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2 posted 2000-08-09 09:30 PM


Jenn,(assuming that you actually face this problem in real life) it's never too late to be the "you" that you one were. Or so i think. But personally i dont think its good at all to lose who you WERE, or are now. This has led to me getting alot of heat for it but its how i feel.
Well anyway as you can see, this poem somewhat reminds me of me. I enjoyed reading it, and responding to it. Excellent job. Keep it up!

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3 posted 2000-08-23 08:03 PM


Thank you for all of your lovely comments.... it's waht keeps me posting.
Jenn

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