| Bear and Brawn Hostile and angry because steel has been tested An iron will that refuses surrender Deny that flesh is not metal Even with words forged like daggers They do not harm for there is a softer meaning Subtle and kind are the eyes For they show true emotion That evocations of hate are unfounded The eyes unveil the facade Of trying to be aloof, unfeeling, and uncaring Love and friendship are immune To the plastic mask Snarl and growl and lash Bearing arms and teeth The smile you try to hide betrays It bares your soul |