Have You Ever

Have you ever cried so hard

till you can’t breathe freely?

Have you ever felt so hurt

that now you can understand

why people commit suicide because of pain?

Have you ever waked up painfully

that makes you afraid to fall asleep?

Have you ever called your parents in tears

for the first time in your 10 years away from home

told them that you just want to quit everything and go home?

She has

Today

One year ago

Another year has passed

Where is the pain?

Where is the tear?

Oh, they have turned into strength

that keep her feet walks

overcome fear

and allow things to pass.

Esti Tanaem

Maumere, 18 September 2016