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Why do we put on a mask? By: Stevan Soto
Why do we put on masks
when all we want to be is seen?
Well, we know that it’s because
we’re scared for we’re only a teen.
Many people put on the mask of a tiger
representing courageous
Many choose the snake
Representing unnoticeable steps
While I'm still choosing my mask
I know that its one that will be pure and true
While many think im immature, that’s only to fool you
Im as smart as a cookie
But I’m no rookie
I play my cards right and
that’s before midnight
I am scared but just tough as a shell
Only, so I don’t dwell on my negative thoughts
Live my life to the fullest
Although I’m, not the coolest
Grades are ok
While my world might be gray
I pull through life
With a knife in my back from
All that betrayed me
I thank them for I am as strong as a brick
My mask isn’t a fake one
but one I shall not forsake
So the question why put on a mask
Well it's the only easy task
While we can act ok
It could just ruin our day
So if you need a friend to call for
I am here waiting for you to open the door
I will not judge
for I don’t hold a grudge
I am here to listen
And listen is what I do
My thoughts play in my head
As I lay in bed
That’s why we put on masks
Not just to be something we’re not
But just so nothing hurts on the spot
While many suffer from depression or anxiety
It’s up to us not the society to find help
It might be hard or might be easy to come
Could be harmful or could be fun
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I am a high schooler trying to find my place, so if you feel the same way just know you're not alone