Sense Sonnet - Tickler

Bad at Looking Good

I have had talent that gets me
Into the public ear and eye,
Who judge and expect me to be
Appreciative in all reply.
My talent should be worn all time,
And never hung up on a hook.
To do so is a public crime -
Guilty of a "how does it look!"
And with the talent I must wear
Enthusiasm ever bright,
And with the public only share
The words and acts that do look right.

Of all the talents that I had,
I was real good at looking bad.