I saw a man walking, crying

I saw a man walking, crying.
Mouth agape, face askew.
A fight? Best keep away.
Rough area, bars around
Stay safe, move on along.

I saw a man walking, crying.
Face is red, is he hurt?
He looks in pain go over.
Offer aid, call for help?
No, I could be wrong.

I saw a man walking, crying.
Tears of anger, hatred pace.
Someone cheated, stolen trust.
Deceived, misled, betrayed.
Step aside, let him pass.

I saw a man walking, crying.
Face in anguish, a death?
Go quickly over, give solace.
A kind word, offer comfort.
What to do? Best not ask.

I saw a man walking, crying.
He’s in need, lost a job?
Lend an ear, buy a lunch.
Offer support, job advice.
No. Demeaning, let him go.
 
I saw a man walking crying.
Why? I will never know.