Damaged Soul

Please pardon the distant, hollow eyes
They've seen their share of Hell
Excuse me if my touch seems cold
I've forgotten how warmth feels
 If you touch me and I don't react
It's because I've become numb
I've forgotten how to feel

For you see, I have a damaged soul
A soul once alive has tarnished over time
My heart has been trampled
Under the feet of too many

And I'm tired----

The next time you see me smile
Don't assume I'm okay
If I crack a joke
Laugh with me, it's how I cope

I'm not okay
I'm damaged
And I don't know when
I'll ever be repaired.