Beneath the mask that shields me,
Dark is my mind and soul,
Through your deception, I could not see.
To ensnare me was your goal.
To the street, you have kicked me,
-left me in the gutter to die alone.
Passed over by humanity,
My heart has turned to stone.
In times of past, I gave to charity.
By your side, worshiped in your church.
Giving love, I served with sincerity.
While you glared at me from your perch.
In the collapse of a failing nation
I tried to hold my head high
Trapped by my lowly station
I’ve been spit on; left to die.
It was only when I released your hold,
Giving my life to a higher power.
I removed the worldly blindfold
And felt redemption that very hour.
Separated from needing your acceptance,
It matters not my fate.
Ignoring your disapproving glance,
I keep my eyes on the golden gate.
Beneath the mask that shields me,
God’s love I now feel.
Releasing the hate, I am free.
As I allow my soul to heal.
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As I Allow My Soul to Heal
by Stephanie Daich
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