My Mask

This is my canvas.
Upon this tapestry I can create my own world.
Upon this cloth I can state my feelings without being shunned.
Upon this fabric my life can be seen through the eyes of others.
These words are my art; they are my emotions.
They paint the picture of my life; they show the true me.

Who dares to look upon this canvas?
Who dares to get to know the real me?
The mask I put on everyday is merely a facade, it does not show the real me.
Do you wish to know my hopes and dreams?
Do you wish to know what haunts my very inner soul?

Everyone merely taunts me with their harsh words.
Words that cut me to the soul like daggers.
You say you know me, but you do not.
You only know the mask I wish you to see.
You know nothing of me.
You know nothing of my hopes and dreams.

You say you love me, but I just spit upon your words.
For I really know your true intentions.
I see through your deception.
I see through your false words.
I am not as naive as you think.

I put on this mask to hide my true emotions, to keep them hidden from you.
I put on this mask to save myself from your threats.
Do not think I don't know of your true intentions, for only a child would be that naive.
I am onto your childish games; I know the true you.

I spit upon you and your heart of stone.
I curse you with every fiber of my being.
You are my reason for this mask and you alone.

I dare you to look upon this canvas and judge me.
I dare you to taunt me with your harsh words.
You can do me no harm, for I have this mask.
This mask will always protect me from you.

For I have the power of our Lord Jesus Christ upon my side and you can do me no harm.
His awesome love empowers me to be strong against your evil will.
He will always triumph over your evil ways and is the only way to our salvation.
For He strengthens me with the true Word, an awesome weapon against your schemes.
Our Lord Jesus Christ will always protect me.
In His name I pray. Amen.