They say that tears flow freely but smiles are worth a cost,
I didnt believe this much really until the day mine was lost,
I know it might sound silly but i think i know better than most,
That in this world so chilly that temporary things aren’t worth to boast.
It’s hard to explain but happiness is quite hard to maintain,
With the constaint strain, with little gain in this world full of pain,
I hate to complain but honestly these thoughts drive me insane,
Knowing that suffering is bound by a chain and seeking happiness is like waiting for rain.
I’m I happy? Honestly I dont know the answer any more,
I just live by the moment just waiting for what life has in store,
Honestly I miss my days as a kid where I never stressed about anything before,
But I’ll still put on a fake smile and be ‘happy’ even though I’m scarred to the core.
Words by Muriuki 