Masks and masks and masks
everyone solicitously wearing
walking around in fake smiles
inner feelings kept in disguise
expedient posture of pretence
is the state of natural defence.
Masks are given as we arrive
superficial allusions of identify
names, numbers, tags, brands
idiopathic means secure points
skirts for ladies, pants for gents
a fancy crown his majesty gets.
A mask is an indication of fear
looks like a safe way to appear
remove once the coast is clear
can't hide the truth from a seer
outwardly proud, in reality shy
takes a careful look in the eye.