Masque

Creating “Attractions”—
distractions of sameness,
from the sameness.
Commoditized show-off
experiences to check off
to do lists, versus
genuine mutual connection.

Museums, malls,
Michelin guides,
shiny surfaces, orderly
masking hollow depths
perfectly polished.

Through curated spaces,
we wander, collecting
moments, displaying them
like trophies,
faux authenticity.
Masking the void,
a longing, a pursuit
for meaning.