I See
My eyes see further than the reaches of light
Deep beneath the surface of your pale optical illusions
And they are always looking and seeking
For answers
I hear screams from your silent voice
And I hear your racing heartbeat like thunder across the plains
I can hear the words you do not speak
And I listen
I can feel your pain, suffering and your rage
Though you are smiling
They are deep and old, but I feel them like fresh wounds still steaming in the cold
And I ache
I see your soul like naked men wandering the lands
Everything is bare
The robes you wear mask nothing to my eyes
And your voice keeps no secrets
Yet, I must pretend and wear masks of my own
Speak of lily-white lies so that you may smile, frownless
I live a life of lies so that you may dwell guiltless
Without responsibility
Without balance
And without reason
And what do I owe you?
Why must I be so confined to keep you smiling with lies?
Can no other see nor hear beyond reflections?
While I live hour to hour and day to day
I remember
And my memory keeps
I no longer want to carry your burdens
Copyright © Jeanette Ozee | Year Posted 2006
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