Little Girl Lost

Things that once were clear
Are now hazy in her head
Once so strong and confident
Now something inside feels dead
Where is that girl so sure and able
Who conquered demons without pause
Now in her wake a shell remains
And all her strength is lost
Her eyes so sharp and keen with light
Replaced with hollow stares
And a laugh that once was endless
Now seldom does appear
The days go by, turn into weeks
The weeks turn into years
And still she feels the hopelessness
Still she feels the tears
Is she lost forever?
Have the demons finally won?
Did she fight too many battles?
Did she give up before its done?

by Connie (NC, USA)