Pain

Gwendolyn Young-El has been a member of the Project HOME community for over ten years, and has worked at several of our sites – especially as an outreach worker with our Outreach Coordination Center.  She recently wrote this poem.

Hey, Look, Listen, I’m here

Can’t you see me?

I’m screaming out loud
Can’t you hear me?
I’m human just like you
Can’t you feel me?
Sometimes when I'm on top of the world
Can’t you accept that and let me be
Sometimes when I'm so down and out
Can’t you find some hope for me?
When I become so afraid
Can’t you just pray for me?
When I can’t handle the thoughts of bring alone
Can’t you walk with me?
I’m still someone with hopes, dreams and desire
Can’t you just talk with me?
When I’m feeling so discouraged
Can you help encourage me?
If what I ask you is too much for you
Can’t you just admit that and not take advantage of me?
I’m changing inside
Please don’t hinder me
I have a right, a choice
You just listen to me.
Finally through all the pain
I’m finding a way to be free
Finally learning how to keep you from hurting me I’ve chosen a path that works for me
One that’s giving me some serenity
When anxiety, panic and depression come over me
I pray and ask God for Grace and Mercy
I won’t give up, I’ve taken a stand
But I need a little help
Will you lend me your hand?