Why is it that when I heard those words i began to shed tears?

To hear "I'm proud of you," brougth a soft voice come whispering in my ears.

How is it that those words have become sacred?

That when I hear then my eyes turn red.

Have I done so badly that my good deeds go unnoticed?

That in her eyes my results are unfocused.

I work so hard to get her approval.

That she would think so quickly as to a temporary removal.

She's so quick in turning her back.

And so quick to attack.

What can I do to make her proud?

Do I have to stand on a mountain and scream out loud?

05/30/2011

Author's Note: The person that told me they were proud was my boyfriend the one I don't hear it from is my mother.

Posted on 05/30/2011
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