Hidden words

In times of trouble and insanity

I carry masks to disguise

the pain I carry

secure behind my eyes

I can never let out again

the misery I hide

to hell with my dignity

to hell with my pride

from this day forward

and for ever more

I will mount this mask

that will be my lore

No reaching out when I am weak

no solace will I seek

when you look for answers

when you say your prayers

all you will see is masks

and no pain that I bare