I see you
Tugging at the corners
Trying to pull free

I can feel you
That niggle of joy
Struggling away

Why won't I let you
Light up my face

Why do I stop you
From joining this place

I see you
Muscle twitching
Within my cheeks

I can feel you
Fight each day
To beam at the world

Why won't I let you
Be more than an inkling

Why do I stop you
And hide how I'm feeling

I see you
Finally break loose
Broad and lovely

I can feel you
Realigning my features
Into something pleasant

Why won't I let you
Last longer than a second

Why do I stop you
Keeping you from being shared

I see you
Vanish quickly
Only a flash

I can feel you
Acknowledging your
Brief presence

Why won't I let you
Shine all day long

Why do I stop you
When your will is so strong