The night is dreary.
My thoughts are weary.
My eyes feel swollen
And head is pounding.
This voice of mine is shaking
The tears are slipping by.

Where has the time gone?
Who can I depend on?

Thoughts keep circling over mistakes.
This makes my soul ache.
I dare not be sleeping.
I need someone to be listening.
I pace my room
And feel it consumes.

Where has the time gone?
Who can I depend on?

I walk down the hall
Past the kitchen,
Past the living room.
I search for my mom; she’ll know what to say.
She’ll help me keep this darkness away.

Where has the time gone?
Who can I depend on?

She’s getting ready for bed.
She turns to me.
I let it all spill out.
Every last bit.
My tears are flowing and breath is catching.
She holds me tight and lets me know it’s alright