I am alone and smiling,
Watching a tiny hoopoe fly.

I am alone and smiling,
Seeing raindrops pass me by.

I am alone and smiling,
Looking at rivers dry.

I am alone and smiling,
Spotting a baby-girl cry.

I am alone and smiling,
Considering each lie.

I am alone and smiling,
Trying not to ask why.

I am alone and smiling,
Attempting not to pry.

But I am still alone,
With my smile a lie.