If you see me strong,
Know that I have fought battles no one knows about,
In darkness, and in pain,
I have wrestled, often in vain
Questioned existence
Eyes blurred with tears
No one will see
Strong women, come out from their lair, all put together,
No reflection of the turmoil within,
Laughing, opinionated, smart
Changing, leading, keeping everything whole,
Asking for nothing more than to be understood, loved and cared for
She will push her demons aside
And hold your hand
Even if it means her soul is tearing
Slowly, until you heal
And will smile
As you walk away,
Turn around and start again
Giving, in spite of the pain.
Sashikala Premawardhane
8th March 2023
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