Anguish (A Poem)

I am a loyal friend who loves to be loved.
I wonder why the world is so evil.
I hear my anguish, though I rarely speak it.
I see a faint glimmer of hope from time to time.
I want love of all kinds.
I am a loyal friend who loves to be loved.

I pretend that I am in control.
I feel the weight of my life crashing down on me.
I touch others' hearts in hope of rescue.
I worry they won't care to help.
I cry because I feel worthless and alone.
I am a loyal friend who loves to be loved.

I understand what it's like to be depressed.
I say that I don't deserve the friends I have.
I try to tell myself otherwise.
I hope my friends can convince me of my worth.
I am a loyal friend who loves to be loved.