Push Comes to Shove

I move through this world as a lion, 

Quietly stalking, and releasing roars
To protect my pride, my family. 
Mane constantly tousled by
The rough hands of Mother Nature.
I can play dress up for you, 
but know that the most interesting,
Most worthwhile parts of myself 
Come out when I shed my skin. 

But shhh... when push comes to shove,
I'm really not always that brave. 
I'm Fluffy, like the porcupine and
it just takes time before you really get to know me.