My Mom Did Not Cry

When my dad walked away 

And left us astray, 

My mom did not cry. 

When we sold our home 

And bought a new one alone, 

My mom did not cry. 

When my grandfather died 

And we stood by his side, 

My mom did not cry. 

… 

I learned to be strong 

And that life is not long, 

Because my mom never cried. 

I learned that people need hope 

And use you to stay 'float, 

Because my mom never cried. 

I learned how to be a woman 

And will pass it on to my children, 

Because my mom never cried.