Need To Impress

nothing more
than to impress you
all I attempt
is your approval
you're not looking
as I perform
this well written scene
have you not
an idea of my demise
you're so there
and I'm so here
be myself, I'm told
but there is so
much more to me
than I am able to show
every moment spent
can't do too much
can't do enough
there is a door
to my soul-I'd allow
you to enter
even if you don't want
to pay the toll
it's just an offer
of love and sorrow
somehow I know
you'd understand
it doesn't have to mean
anymore than this
need to impress
will you please
look at me now

10-31-95