Tell them all that she's gone
That she needed a change
She needs to leave this world
And just get away
No one understands her
So together on the outside
Grades, friends, talents, and looks
Yet so empty inside
Full of hate for herself
And forgiveness for all who wrong her
And love for everyone she knows
And worry for them all too
As she falls down
Her friends only watch
Such a strong girl
Reduced to nothing
So when they ask
Tell them all that she won't be back
She has gone
She has made a mess of herself
She will deal with that which she has been dealt
She only needs a change
She loves you all
Despite the fact no one cares
Rebecca Bay
October 8, 1999