Overwhelmed

I just can't let go
Of all that's on my mind,
The responsibilities I hold
Will not let me unwind.

The incessant racing thoughts
All muddled in my head,
Will never let me rest,
I fear, even when I'm dead.

There's so much to do
But so little time,
So many bills
But I can't keep a dime.

Frustration just builds
As I slowly lose myself,
Watching life pass me by
As if I'm glued to the shelf.

I'm surrounded by people
Everywhere I go,
Most haven't a clue
And will probably never know

The emptiness inside
And the helplessness I feel,
I keep telling myself
This just can't be real.

I'm drowning in this life
I can't keep my head above
All the struggles that I face,
Not even with those I love.

I can't let anyone see
What I have become,
I can never tell
That my insides are numb.

I put on a brave face
Each and every day,
Hiding what I feel
Is this really the way?

It's all I've ever known
So it's what I'll do,
I'll just have to keep it up
And pray I make it through.