Sorrow's Prayer

I wish you could see inside,
All the things you want to hide.
The things of your heart.
The things of your mind.
They're tearing you apart.

I see in your eyes and I know,
You carry many sorrows.
Hidden behind that smile
A little girl that wants to grow,
If only for a little while.

She sings and laughs and plays.
Like there's not a care in her days.
Hula hoops and jumping jacks.
When did it all go away?
Memories stored in a sack.

Tears will fall
As you kneel at the wall.
Oh, God in Heaven. Where art thou?
Please answer my call.
With all thy might please show me how.

I wish you could see inside,
All the things you want to hide.
Let them go
And you will grow.
And forever with me abide.