Soft falls the tear <br />Upon the cheek <br />A memory, a song <br />Pierces the armour <br />Uncovers tender fragility <br />Hidden behind a smile <br />Long guarded tempest <br />Soft falls the tear <br />Storm clouds gather <br />Tired and vulnerable <br />Waves of sorrow <br />Sweep the heart <br />Bearing the soul <br />How fragile we are <br />Soft falls the tear<br /><br />Adrian Wait<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/tears-116/