#112 Confessions of a Fake Extrovert

I'm the happy man, the new guy to meet

Always a grin, and cheerful to greet

Maybe not the life of the party, but certainly life in the room

Someone who seems to not feel gloom

There's no question I get joy from interaction

I do enjoy when I'm doing things and taking action

At parties you'll see me chatting to all

Confidence among strangers was never my downfall

I've never had an issue talking to new faces

I love to meet those who Life gave different races

I really do enjoy chatting and conversation

So please don't let this next fact cause you hesitation

While I do enjoy meeting others and hearing their view

I struggle to get up, I find life difficult to pursue

The effort initial, I find harder than you'd be imagining

It's often why I'm late to many a gathering

The conversation itself also causes me to tire

Perhaps you may not guess when I have to retire

While still awake and aware, my mind still thinking

Just unable to join in with partying and drinking

I'll be clear - I do enjoy your company, I like you indeed

Though public life is hard I do not want to receed

But it's so much effort, I can clearly attest

So please forgive me, if I have to excuse myself for a rest.

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