On the Inside

Some days

If you ask me what my life is about

What consumes my world

And brings me angst

And drains my spirit

To those who really know me

Their eyes watching me

After much compliance and competition

And endless hours of timed movement

Of making it work

Whose end is physical exhaustion

And tired illusions

I will tell you simply without hesitation

With little expression

And a faint tone

Dance…

Most days

If you ask me what my life is about

What colors my world

And brings me joy

And exposes my soul

To those who watch in the dark

Their eyes transfixed on me

After much practice and planning

And endless hours of timed movement

Of feeling it work

Whose goal is physical perfection

And magical visions

I will tell you simply without hesitation

With a smile on my face

And no regret in my voice

Dance…