A Story Behind Blue Eyes

There is no excuse. Nothing to blame
So I hide my tired eyes and exist in shame
I'm ashamed to live, I'm afraid to die
I find, I'm unworthy to look in the eye
So I hang my head low
And pretend I don't see
I pretend not to know
You recognize me
I come across rude, it seems I don't care
I run and take cover, the truth is, I'm scared

I feel forced to unclothe 
Sacrificing my dignity
Short comings exposed
I resist, beg and plead

So when you determine what you think of another
Remember their journey has been like none other

Though your pride will tell you lies
There's always a story behind blue eyes
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Sivey Avatar
August 9, 2017 at 6:08 AM
I bet you have Blue Eyes! What a powerfully moving write this one is! I surely enjoyed reading this tremendous poem this morning! What a extraordinary piece this one truly is! Great Work!!
Downing  Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 5:09 PM
This is remarkably good! I really really like it... hi Anna :)
Sands Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 11:08 AM
Wow Anna. Very well done! This is so powerful. Keep up the great writing :)
Hopper Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 11:14 AM
Thank you!!
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