THE MASK

Although it's not quite October,

I wear a mask.

Not to cover my face,

Just my feelings.

I keep them hidden

So I don't get any recognition-

Nor pain.

Just once, I'd like to remove this mask

So I could live, love and cry once more.

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WRITTEN AUGUST 6, 1995

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Vicki

Yes, how well do I know this mask! I love this poem!

Greetings from Down Under
Donkerman