I Wouldn't Know

I had to write a paper today For my english class I sat staring at my paper Tears falling from my eyes Other children writing quickly Smiles accross there faces I read the topic again But I'm still at this conclusion I wouldn't know I sat at home all night Staring at the paper Boxes and photo albums spilled all over the floor Still it was missing The topic was all too much Pencil in hand Nothing in mind Nothing in memory Reading the topic again I'm still at this conclusion I wouldn't know The teacher made us read aloud today The reports we were to write My paper still here untouched Completely blank Like my memories The teacher calls my name And I quickly jot down what I thought of As I stand in front of the class I clear my throat And wipe the tear from my cheek I read aloud the title Followed by a pause "My Family"........... "I wouldn't know"