Corner Reflections

I had some time while sitting in that corner, how easy it was for you to smile, spread that innate joy of yours around.

I knew the truth though, that you were breaking inside, screaming really, as the pain just increased, the threshold waning.

Still, nothing changed on the outside, the birds continued to chirp, the sun made its way across the horizon, the people you call yours seeing nothing amiss, but I knew as you laughed out loud.

I knew, your pain was reflected in your eyes as you caught a glimpse of me.

I am you.