Bruised Ego

Stage 1 splashing colours of pink and red.
An impacting blow,  I'm holding my head.
Blue and purple, I'm now at Stage 2.
The swelling has started, all because of you!

Pale green is Stage 3, the healing has begun.
Maybe you should get prepared to run!
Stage 4 is yellow with a hint of brown hue.
My bruise is now fading as is my memory of you!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Smith Avatar
August 6, 2019 at 2:00 PM
Poetry written with hope in mind that shines lights way for others to follow. Tells it like it should not be. Think you have great future as poet as you handled this piece well. All the best David in NZ
Ashley Avatar
April 26, 2019 at 8:11 PM
Oh, a potent and creative poem, Derani. Captivating in its bruised beauty and its empowering last line! Congratulations on your excellent win. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Gauthier Avatar
April 26, 2019 at 6:08 PM
Powerful write, Derani. Congrats on your win.
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