Masks of Life

At times throughout life

we have all worn a mask

some happy and jovial

others sad or menacing

we hide behind them

afraid of consequences

uncertain of ourselves

scared we`ll be ridiculed

the stage is our play ground

each mask defines an act

some wear wings and halos

to show their goodness in life

some masks give us courage

to cope with life when we`re hurting

other masks hide our real bad side

so we can`t see who they really are

the Devil lurks back stage

an evil grin across his lips

ready to reap callous mischief

upon the unsuspecting victim

a checkered board upon the floor

arches decorate the wings

detached hands that hold our attention

with items that accumulate

so as we cross the stage of life

with our masks to hide behind

remember that the script can change

and true features are best every time..!

© Lissie Bull 2014 

Photo sent to me over Facebook that I found so interesting.