A smile on the face of one in pain contains a hidden power whose true source is known only to God. How many people keep great trials away from loved ones in order not to burden them with more pain[?]
~Mother M. Angelica
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Sometimes, though, one's eyes betray his or her sorrow.
I see his pain.
Despite his inner strength, despite his insistence that he's fine, it is easy to see the through the facade of happiness.
He doesn't look the same at all.
He carries himself as though the weight of the world is being carried upon his shoulders.
His eyes reveal a sadness that I never could stand to see.
I'd give anything for them to sparkle again.
So, I pray that his fondest desires come true whatever they be.
That's the nature of love.
I have faith that his honest to goodness smile will return again.
It just won't happen soon enough.
And, part of me hopes, that he doesn't notice the truth in my eyes.
I pray he only saw the facade of my smile.
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