How Long?

Tub is full,
Water's cool,
Thoughts swirling
Like she's a fool,

A desperate tear drops,
Under the waterfall,
She's still hanging on,
Hoping for a call

But how long,
Can one stay strong
How long,
Can someone last
When they're looking back
How long?

Mysteries,
A desperate plead,
Mother doesn't know
Where she's at

The kids don't care
She's not here
It's good to them
Maybe they won't see
Her again...

How long,
Can one stay strong
How long,
Can she last,
When she's fading
Like that
How long?

Stop your tears
Face your fears
You've been beautiful
All these years

How long?
Till you know that
How long?
I'm afraid too ask...