Mary Elizabeth McGlynn

And this swiss-cheese heart knows,

Only kindness can fill its holes.

And love can dry my tears.

As pain disappears.

Hey there to my future self.

If you forget how to smile,

I have this to tell you:

Remember it once in a while,

Ten years ago your past self.

Prayed for your happiness,

Please don't lose hope.

I never wanted to ever bring you down,

All that I need

Are some simple loving words.

You touched my body once,

It burns me still softly.

Nobody showed me how to return

The love you give to me.

Mom never hugged me,

Dad loves a stranger more than me.