Crying isn't shedding tears

Crying isn't shedding tears.

I shed tears today

Not because of joy or pride

The tears shed themselves unbeknownst to me in honour of dignity

They deferred and bowed in dignity's presence

and streamed about the contours of my cheeks

In silence

As a mark of respect

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