I never thought I would understand what it meant to be alone.
The feeling of emptiness lingers within my heart.
Those horrifying words these strangers keep throwing at me, constantly replaying in my head like a record player.
I looked in the mirror, shaking in despair.
Should I tell someone how I feel?
No, I must handle my own problems by myself! I don’t want to be a burden to anyone!
Maybe they will leave me alone if I ignore them.
I faked a smile and brushed away my tears.

Several days passed, no one bothered me until that day…..
People giggled at me as they saw me walked by them.
The expression on my face turned from happy to sad.
Did I do something wrong to deserve this humiliating torture?
All I wanted was to be friends with everyone.
There is no reason for me to attempt to “fit in” because what is the point on trying?
Too many thoughts scattered in my head as I ran towards my home.
How much longer can I endure this pain?
I have a voice! Speak! Is it too difficult to open my mouth and stand up for myself?
What am I waiting for?

Suddenly, the wind became stronger, and the clouds grew darker.
It started to rain.
I stopped running and stood there, watching people leave in all different directions.
Tears begin to fall down from my face.
I’m sure no one would notice that I was crying.
“Everything will be okay!” I shouted.

Who am I kidding?
My life is over now.
If I keep escaping reality, then there is no hope for me.
Suicide won’t end my loneliness.
I guess I don’t have many options.
Can someone direct me to right path?
It doesn’t have to be a person who is famous or a hero who risked his or her life to save an individual.
All it takes is one person to make a difference.
Will you lend me your hand?