Beauty Rituals
I pity thy facade.
Caked layers of makeup.
Two faces, twice the work.
Masking. Hiding. Deceit.
Outward lie.
Apply. Shroud.
Cloak. Comply.
Deny tears.
Features die.
* 'The Pirouette Poetry Contest'
* Sponsored by: Suzette Richards
* Entered on: 09/05/2025
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