Façade

[rari]

Once again, I’m isolated
Surrounded by my fears

I’m hiding away in my shell

Away from the judging eyes

Insecurities crawling on my skin

In front of their eyes, I’ve got to pretend

That I am made of stone
Little do they know 

how fragile I really am

Just like a porcelain doll

But I’ve already got cracks

I am terrified of the crowd

So I keep to myself and when the others speak

I stay mute and stare ahead

I tried my best to ignore their judging looks and blend in the crowd

With my head held low and my shoulders sagging

In order to feel invincible
for I am the invincible girl

that’s no one notices

The quiet girl who never alters a word.

 

 

                                                                                                                                                  m.k.

                                                                                                                                                written by me

 

Edited August 16, 2024 by rari

[Guest ErickWcurls]

Your poetry really makes my heart ache.  🥺