Mask of Fear
From behind my disguise I am peeking
Just to see who will care
I stay tucked away so tightly
For the real me inside is scared
It wasn't always like this
I used to be so carefree
I went wherever the wind would take me
Bouncing here and bouncing there
Somewhere in life though
A change inside me took place
I hated what the world bestowed
Upon my loving soul
It seemed the closer I got to people
The further they would drift away
Whether from the grip of death
Or their friendships they were fake
My heart could no longer bear the pain
My soul fell into a deep despair
So I made a mask to present to the world
I only take it off when I'm alone
Maybe one day I'll feel safe enough
My courage it will return
It really is so lonely in here
Behind this mask of fear
Copyright © Lisa Brannon | Year Posted 2016
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