.
stomach churning
blood feels thick
my heart can't handle
much more learning

struggling might
be making me stronger
but right now i need to hear
that it will be alright

doing ok
i answer weakly
and appropriately ask
how are you today

screaming inside
doesn't anyone care
that this shit is
really hard to hide

trying to cope
with trivial tasks
and needless drama is
fraying my short rope

nothing is wrong
will be just fine
as long as i can
pretend to be strong