a little piece of me dies each time -- it has been said
enduring the fear, I come out a little less each time
fortunate for I spend the majority away from it
regretful that I can't be more supportive
guilty for those who must stay inside and lose piece after piece
until there is nothing left and all is lost
a little piece of me dies each time
encouraged that some do get out
very proud of my son's bravery
hopeful that I can turn this into a positive
