yes, it's me
no need to create a facade
it’s okay to pretend
~ for a while ~
no need to concern yourself
with what others think
let go, shed tears, smudge your makeup
stomp your feet, beat your chest
~ for a while ~
no need to profess you’re strong
when all you want to do is cry
I really think that behind their facade the clowns are crying... always...to me there's nothing sadder than a clown
ReplyDelete"No need to create a facade
ReplyDeleteIt’s okay to pretend"
Brilliant lines. Mask aren't needed, but it's okay to act/look like something one is not and behave in ways that don't reflect what's in the heart. Poor clown. Maybe.
"For a while" is key. I wonder if it is only in the white face that feelings are felt.
ReplyDelete. . . love the repetition of "for a while" it add weights to your reflections.
ReplyDeleteExcellent sentiment, for a while is so true. I like the message you have written in this piece so very well done.
ReplyDeleteFor a while, its good to shed tears & let go of your emotions ~ Good one Helen ~
ReplyDeleteThere's definitely a need for this space...releasing the facade and feeling for real.
ReplyDeleteit's always so peaceful to let oneself be at least 'for a while'....wonderful lines
ReplyDeleteYou really know how to frighten children.
ReplyDeleteThis piece spoke to me, being one of those people who is a repeat offender when it comes to depression... Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh, you're a woman after my own heart, Helen. I don't fight the tears when they come.
ReplyDeleteThese are exactly the words I wish someone told me now and then, while holding me in a hug. This is beautiful Helen. <3
ReplyDeleteWisdom here, Helen. It's okay for a while...yes, as long as it doesn't become habit. Very well said.
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i think at times it takes more strength to allow youself to cry
ReplyDeletethan hold it in....smiles.
Yes, I love the repetition "for a while" Each of those is something all of us need to do at times.
ReplyDeletethat's one scary clown face, Helen. ~
ReplyDeleteClowns are evil. Period. Crying however is a very necessary and freeing thing. Great use of the refrain here to put it all in perspective, Helen.
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