A Metaphorical Heavy Crown

‘Heavy is the head that wears the crown’,
he thought as he admired his reflection.
It’s heavier as the ego brings it down,
when the mirror is your object of affection.

He is the King of Psyche, Lord of Conceit,
kiss the finger that don’s his ruby ring.
He wears a robe of superiority 
to display his narcissistic majesty.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Fairchild Avatar
July 28, 2019 at 10:38 AM
Wow. A penetrating look at a paper tiger, all dressed up in a paper suit. Well written!
Ann Avatar
August 3, 2019 at 1:03 PM
Thanks Andrew!
Gondolf Avatar
July 15, 2019 at 7:39 AM
Nicely penned, Becca. I have know people like this who were so full of themselves and didn't even know it. I avoid them if at all possible. All the best my Cajun friend. John
Ann Avatar
July 15, 2019 at 5:46 PM
Me too John!
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