Behind It All Poem by ADENUGA TITILAYO

Pink rosy cheeks
white sparkling teeth
spread of laughter like a flowing garment

Giving comfort and hope
teaching love and peace
strong emphasis made on strength

Appraised by young and old
cherished by he lass
loved by the lads
who never see through her
who never see her when
alone at a corner
the garment of laughter gathers
down the silent path
the strength tears apart
behind closed doors
emptiness fills the air

If only she could get as much as she gives
If only they knew
behind all of it, lies something much more different