The Countdown The countdown began many weeks ago, Until I shatter to the ground, But how long the countdown was I didn't know. I kept myself together, Giving everyone the fake smile, I knew it would be soon- only a little while. Every single night I would cry myself to sleep, Thinking what would happen in the future, But then my alarm clock would beep. I then get to school like everything is alright, Smiling not crying was the challenge, Breaking in front of everyone is my fright. But last night when I got home the countdown did stop, I lay on my bed, and let every tear drop. How longer can I do this? I keep thinking everyday, I'm going to do this- be happy, But all the memories still stay.