Thaw

your words
so sharp and defensive
while you flash
that artificial smile
I wonder
what has happened
to change you
180 degrees
I look into
your hollow eyes
and feel as if
I never really knew
you at all
a cold bitter heart
to match the weather
that surrounds us
brings a warm tear
to my eye
for I believe
you are too far gone
too survive
until the thaw
sets in.