Seeing

T. L. Cooper
Standing in the shadows
Watching the action
No one knows
The torment inside
Feeling the pain
Of every tortured soul
Watching the faces strain
Sensing the sadness
Hidden behind smiles
Needing an outlet
Where to turn
Seeing what others fear
Wanting to help somehow
Knowing it's all impossible
What to do
Helping no one
No one at all

Published by T. L. Cooper

T. L. Cooper grew up in Tollesboro, Kentucky. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Corrections from Eastern Kentucky University. She has published poetry in anthologies, short stories, and articles. She is...  View profile

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