Secrets of a Stranger

They don't know
how strong words are
Stones that break me down
Or the helping hand
When I am at my lowest

They don't know
the power of a smile
And the miracle of a selfless nature
Do you know how rare you are
And the difference that you make?

They don't know
the struggles of a stranger
How they can make or break
A person's life
And walk away
Never knowing

They'll never know
Because I won't let them see
What they'll never understand
The worst side of me

Today I felt a swelling
And I think it was my heart
Yesterday it was weeping
Tomorrow can be a fresh start

You never know what's inside
So please don't let me down.