For One In Sadness

tears enough

there are 

tears enough 

for all the world,

but precious few

for one 

in sorrow -  

burdened, alone,

behind smiles 

for all else,

healing comes

from hearts 

of those 

willing to stand

against the

gale. 

Poem © 2012 R. Burnett Baker

Photo © 2012 R. Burnett Baker