Poem

As a welcome to myself, man how selfish do I sound? I am posting a poem I wrote in High School titled Backstage. It was for our school's journal the "Myriad," that year's theme was "Masks Off." I am actually pleased with this poem because it was my first free verse poem, and it was NOT depressing in any way.

Backstage

Behind the closed curtain, you wait with anticipation

for there lies a new dwelling unknown to you

however, if you dare step foot into the passage way

a word of warning:

once you step through the curtain you must not look back!

beyond that opening is a new experience

speak clearly so that all may hear what you have to say

be calm and do not stumble

then take your bow

and exit with flair and confidence

congratulations you were fantstic

now

"masks off" until next year

for the show is over

and the curtains close once again

So tell me what you think :).