The Toned Down Version Of Me

You asked me to the party
And I happily accepted
But I tried to keep my cool
'Cause everyone else seemed unaffected
That we're gonna get together
Eat crackers and play Settlers of Catan

I showed up in my best jeans
With a pot of buttered noodles
And a present for your dog
Because I always have loved poodles
Then I walked into the living room
And sat down with everyone on the couch

This is the toned down version of me
Don't want to show I'm too excited
And end up uninvited
This is the slowed down version of me
Don't want to seem enthusiastic...
I'm cool and classic

The night is getting long
And people's eyes are starting to fade
But I've got overwhelming energy
That could last for three more days
So I start cleaning up the cups and things
My eagerness gets lost in the task
Then you ask...

Why did you tone down that version of you?
I was looking forward to your love of life
Like everything is new
I want to be more warm like you
But life has gotten in my way...

So next time you're at the party
Bring your overzealous laugh
And your penchant for shenanigans
I promise I won't get mad
'Cause it's the unique things you do
That make you, you