When I'm Not There

When I'M Not There
I've seen the smile bright and pureI've touched the hands trusting yet unsure.I've watched the laughter and the tears I've tried to wash away the fears.I've gazed into eyes so bright and freeI've laughed with someone who is so like me.I've held a hand that trembled with fright and dispelled a dream within the night.Night after night I say a prayerThat angels are watching when I'm not there.
Tarek Nassif
2005