I guess I got to stay

I guess I got to stay



Even when I feel



As if the world is caving in



My walls weakening



After all the years



Held together from spite and pride



I guess I got to stay



Even as the tears



Flow in ever growing



Rivers down my rosy cheeks



My walls are crumbling



Falling to the ground



Even as I stay



Feet planted 



Like the roots of a tree



I guess I got to stay