Behind the mask

Behind the mask there's plenty to see,

But is it you or is it me?

Can you take it off and look deep inside,

Or is it to soon, do you still need to hide?

Wake up in the morning and how do you feel?

What do you need to help you deal?

Can you go out in the world as who are?

Or do you feel you have to have something to hide the scar.

First is the makeup applied with precision,

Second is the clothes but with lots of indecision.

Third is the smile that you plaster across your face,

Fourth is the feelings that you pretend to embrace.

Another day at work with your mask on tight,

Pretending who you are is airy and bright,

Inside you're crying and feel so lost,

You keep the mask on but what is the cost?

Back home to change before you're out for the night,

A new mask goes on but this one feels more right.

You still hurt inside but in a happier place,

Off out you go with a smile plastered across your face.

As the night wears on the smile begins to fade,

The careful mask you put on is becoming a bit frayed.

You make your excuses and go home all alone afraid,

Worried that you are playing in a never ending masquerade.

Another day has begun and your off out again,

Thoughts and feelings whirling round in your brain,

Can you go out in the world as you are again?

Or do you still have to have something to hide the pain.

First is the makeup applied with precision,

Second is the clothes but with less indecision.

Third is the smile that comes with some ease,

Fourth is the feelings that you grab for and seize.

Out in the park and the sun is shining bright,

You sit in the warmth and finally feeling light.

The mask has gone for a while, giving you time to mend,

You look deep inside and bask in the joy that for a little while, you don't need to pretend.