Hidden

I keep my feelings hidden

Under the cover of my mask

With the smile on my face 

You wouldn't even think to ask

I keep my feelings hidden

Because they are meaningful to me

I don't know if you will care for them 

The way it's meant to be

I keep my feelings hidden

So they are safe and secure

I know that this way

They will be protected for sure

If I would allow my feelings

To be honest and open

Will you treat them with respect

Or will they be broken?

Will you laugh them away?

Or dismiss them with your hand,

Brush them off like an annoying fly, 

Show you don't understand?

My feelings are so fragile

And need to be handled with care

And I don't know what you will do

So they are staying inside here.

So I keep my feelings hidden

Scared to be discussed

For though to share may bring relief

Don't know if I could trust.