Stage Fright

Sweaty palms
And a nervous stomach
Getting up in front of a crowd.
Everyone staring
Waiting and listening
For me to speak out loud.
Butterfly sensation
My voice begins to crack
And the words begin to flow.
I speak and talk
The truth comes out
I stand firm in the glow.
Confidence appears
Fright and worry die
Others judge the sound.
Smiles and laughter
Thoughts achieved
Clapping hands abound.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Kelly Avatar
February 9, 2021 at 3:10 AM
Julie - Been there , done that and had the sweaty t-shirt to prove it. You have cleverly captured "the moment". I've just read your forum piece on writing advice and can relate to each wise paragraph you've presented. I eventually finished that book which was lurking inside me. Never bothered with trying to find a Publishing House, so I self-published on Amazon. I'll send you a copy, with my compliments direct from Amazon, if you soupmail me your address - It's called "The Dog Sit Affair".
Wolf Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 7:04 PM
Hurrah for you! Glad to read the happy outcome... They say that a higher percentage of people fear public speaking (~ 53 - 54%) than fear death! Huzzah! :) gw
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