The Beauty in Being You

I am myself.

except

hiding

masked 

pulled back

a tight ponytail

it's time to let it down

show the world

but fear holds me back

what will others think

then I remember

I am myself.

I choose who I want to be

there is no need to hide

no need for a mask

I was meant to be this way 

I feel fresh

renewed

welcomed

beautiful

I feel beautiful.