Refrain

you are alone.

and I can't help you.

You are shielded.

But not by the one who loves you.

You scream.

But the padded walls won't let them hear.

You fight, but your gown gives no room for an explosion.

You are stuck.

Your wrists are tied.

But not the way you do it.

the act no longer comforts you.

You struggle.

They are no longer soft.

But leather that cuts in,

not enough to relieve the pain of your day.

Just enough to feel and hurt with the struggle.

It's lonely where you are.

powerless.

It's hopeless where you stand.

in a room for one.

You're scared.

That you will never move on.

Your body gives, your mind slows, you collapse.

The stiffness in your neck releases.

your diaphram returns to normal.

You are asleep.

For now.

You are gone.

Maybe tomorrow brings peace.

The cold floor stings your aching wrists.

you awake.

you muscle yourself to bed.

you sleep.

Maybe today will be different than the past.

The nurse wakes you for meds.

you struggle.

again