They don't know

We're going to the mall
my girl is so excited
down the bumpy road
she looks out the window
at familiar landmarks
her hands clasped
big smile
in anticipation
chirp, chirp, chirp
we stop
mama's gonna come get you
woohoo
in we go
shiny lights, people walking
music, movement
what fun, fun, fun
legs straight out
in joy
glances from passersby
i meet their eyes
we're fine, we're fine
wanting to reassure them
my girl and I
so lucky i am
wheeling a jewel
they don't know
can't see beyond the wheelchair
the lightness in my step
happiness in our hearts
i feel sorry
it's our secret
i am privileged
what price glory