I know she screams

Because she's afraid.

 

I know he hides

Because he's hurt.

 

I know she cries

Because she's helpless.

 

I know she laughs

Because she's in pain.

 

I know she hurts them

Because she's weak.

 

I know he builds it

Because he's protecting.

 

I know she tears herself

Because she's lost.

 

I know she jokes

Because she's falling to pieces.

 

They want to help.

 

She wants

To make me strong.

 

He wants

To keep me safe.

 

She wants

To teach me empathy.

 

She wants

Me to smile.