Cursed

Shyness was a curse 

Laid at your door

When you were young

No more than four

 

The scene was set

For years to come

Pain and regret

Your nerves to numb

 

Went to school

New friends to make

But they were cruel

Just more heart-ache

 

Years went by

And you withdrew

A lonely guy

Real friends were few

 

To be ignored 

Can cut so deep

To be adored

A hope you keep

 

At this new school

You hope you'll fit

But you're not cool

Those cliques tight-knit

 

Can't wait to leave

You've had your fill

Can you perceive

Of some goodwill

 

Yes life is tough 

When you just hide

Just try to bluff

Keep things inside

 

One day who knows

You'll be revealed

All shyness goes

Your joy just sealed

 

Don't hold your breath

For this to pass

More likely death

Comes first alas.