Cassy Steptoe

I hide behind it and look out
how are you?

It nods, acqueses and smiles without
who am I?

I see the inside and feel the pain
don't show it!

On the surface there's no complaint
what is it?

Can you see beyond?
in my eyes

The mask can't cover them
they reveal

I want to take it off
then do it!

I'm scared, will you help me?
i can try

Take hold, I won't try to flee
it is done

What do you see in me?
you are real

Not ugly, pain and hurt?
it is there

Will you stay? Am I worthy?
the mask well,

I exude horrors and repulsivness
without it

Do you want the mask back?
You are so

I will go, I know you scoff
Beautiful