Acting

I am an actress.
A damn good one too.
They don't know my name or face.
I've performed for only you.
I've never been upon a stage.
No crowd to cheer my name.
Friends and family have never seen
the play that gave my fame.
I've had no lessons.
You've forced my act.
To fake my hope.
The joy I lack.
I force a smile.
Sweet fabrication.
A dark charade.
No destination.
"Encore" you say.
Act's not complete.
So smile some more
and get on your feet.
Dance in the shadows.
Sing in the rain.
Pretend that I'm happy
to forget the real pain.
©hollywood.