Many a true word is spoken in jest
Humour to hide all seriousness
A mask to conceal embarrassment
Too hard, too hard on one’s self
Laughter flakes off the surface
Never coming from any depth
Self-conscious cowering in judgement
And the opinion of all others
Take back, take back your power
Pride filled heart for who you are
Head lifted, eyes searching others
Find the tribe who love YOU.
Debbie Gravett © 2017.02.15
via Daily Prompt: Seriousness
Find your Tribe
Debbie Gravett 