To Establish (Once More)

That big smile you love so,

May not be as real as you thought.

That barrier you broke down,

May be rebuilt.

That sparkle of the eyes you see,

May not be happiness.

No, 

It's internal conflicts,

Hateful words catching up,

Tears overflowing.

No,

It's not what you think -

Hope.

No,

It's not all fine,

Not ready,

Not prepared

for what is seen on the horizon.

It's not what you see.