Secrets

I was begotten of suffering, Designed by sorrow, A philanthropist's dream. I was to end the tears.

There was a sudden stirring in my womb. I had to care for and protect, My children within my walls. My motherly duties I did perform.

So many screams have I heard. How could I soothe? Within night's cold embrace, So many secrets do I hold.

To hear my children crying out, And to see no one answer. Such a pain do I carry to my core. It seems as though no one cares anymore.

Perhaps I feel the pains of any mother, Who's children have left home. But, somehow I feel neglected, And left wondering how they fare.

But my children didn't leave, And they were not ready to. My children were stolen, Leaving my heart crumbling.

I was brilliant in my youth, But am now tumbling down. I was once the talk of the town, Now only a hushed whisper.

Can anyone hear me screaming? Do not forget my children! Can anyone hear my screaming? Won't anyone help me?

Tara Marie McNeely May 4, 2003

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