It is a difficult task
In this world
To be One's true self
Many people hide
Behind masks
Masks of falsehood
Maybe they are ashamed
Maybe they are afraid
Maybe the mask hides
The ugliness of who
They truly are
Others clothe themselves
In self-protective shields
Fear of rejection
Fear of ridicule
They fear that they
Will not be accepted
If they reveal their inner selves
I would rather be unclothed
To wear my heart
On my sleeve
Of course,
It is more easily broken
For it is fully exposed
But I want to be loved
For the person I truly am
And I am not afraid
For it is a true joy
To be naked and unashamed
To wear my heart
On my sleeve"
I completely agree even if it means being hurt time and time again. Love and peace to you,
Regis
Fee
Love Tinka
Susan
Ch'erie aka Cherry delice Pie LOLOL
Susan
Peter
Soon as you accept yourself for who you are can your friends accept you also.
I love this poem!
Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)