Silent One Poet Free verse

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Imperfections

i accept you
for all your imperfections
in my eyes you are perfection

the seen and unseen

if only you had my eyes
placed them in those
big brown pupils

then you would see
what i see
forget what others see

i do not care 
about pink pimples,
blemishes, stretch marks,
nor the love handles

you are a unique fragrance
invisible to those
who choose what they see
but i see beyond your image
so you're visible to me

i know
your heart is not red,
it's burgundy -
but so is everybody's

and
we all beat the same
sometimes slowly
but mine beats rapidly
when you glance at me 

i accept you for all your scars
for they are a part of me
as mine are to you

together our wounds heal

The Silent One
Simple Musing
2 September 2020

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Emilia James October 30, 2020 at 3:22 PM The media puts much pressure on the idea of perfection and beauty. Many do not like or accept themselves because of that and people being cruel has a very negative and wounding impact, well written SO, Emilia : )

Michael Tor September 20, 2020 at 4:35 PM Touching piece that recognizes the importance of looking beyond ones looks. Seeing what is really important in a human being. Absolutely pleasure to read my friend...

Charmaine Chircop September 15, 2020 at 10:51 AM How beautiful it is when we are able to see beyond the flaws of the ones we love or care about.I am moved by your words.S.O.

Connie Marcum Wong September 9, 2020 at 11:21 AM Unconditional love is true love that lasts forever. A beautiful POTD poem Silent. Belated congratulations on the honor. Blessings xxoo

Black Matta September 7, 2020 at 2:38 PM So delicate and smooth. I like it.

Kim Rodrigues September 6, 2020 at 11:28 AM Seeming perfection lusts after perfection than throws away what fades. They themselves will scar but they’ve gained no friends. Those of us who see beauty far deeper than any perfection can deliver are blessed with beauty beyond the reach of kings. A lovely write you have delivered on our mutual imperfections! Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:03 AM You are right and if only people would see and understand that.. Thank you..

Brandy Nicole September 4, 2020 at 4:43 PM Imperfect, but perfect in the eyes of the beholder. And that is the way it should be. Congratulations Silent One, on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:03 AM Thank you..

Daniel Turner September 4, 2020 at 3:32 PM Congratulations on POTD, S1, Beauty truly is in the eyes of the beholder. Outer beauty is attractive but inner beauty is captivating. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:04 AM Thank you..

Jeanne Mcgee September 4, 2020 at 2:38 PM to accept all that you are and find the beat that heals...congrats on your perfect POTD. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:04 AM Thank you..

Warren Doll September 4, 2020 at 10:33 AM Imperfect perfection so beautifully expressed in your POTD. Congratulations Silent One. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:04 AM Thank you..

John Watt September 4, 2020 at 9:56 AM "You are a unique fragrance invisible to those who choose what they see", says so much. The eyes of love are kind. Healing wounds together. Beautiful sentiments beautifully stated. Congrats on your POTD honour today, SO ~ John Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:04 AM Thank you..

Sam Kauffman September 4, 2020 at 9:26 AM Congratulations SO on your POTD. Your message is definitely not silent for those who see each person as a unique gift of God - each person through the eyes of their creator. Your conclusion, "together our wounds heal" is profound and deeply compassionate! All the best. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:05 AM Thank you..

Besma Riabi Dziri September 4, 2020 at 9:18 AM That's The beauty you have rendered! Seeing the others as perfect with all their imperfections! We see the generous heart.. the open mind.. the bright Light.. the genuine Love.. the compassion.. the endurance and tolerance.. that's the epitome of beauty of humanity and not the surface and looks.. your great musing deserving all the respect and recognition! Congratulations, Silent One, on your POTD honour! A great pleasure to read! Best regards and blessings. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:05 AM Thank you..

Paula Goldsmith September 4, 2020 at 8:02 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. "Wonderful" They say, do not judge a book by it's cover. So you should not judge people by their cover. Some of my best friends others did not want as a friend. Enjoy your win and day................ Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:05 AM Thank you..

Robert Lindley September 4, 2020 at 8:00 AM My friend, your --simple musings-- are anything but.. They are always top class poetry, that stirs a poet's heart and soul. Such that gives cause to ponder this Art we so diligently pursue and so deeply love. A fav.. God bless... Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:05 AM Thank you..

Sunlite Wanter September 4, 2020 at 7:45 AM Not such a "simple musing." But a lot of true love! Congratulations! Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:05 AM Thank you..

Vijay Pandit September 4, 2020 at 7:20 AM Back with congrats, SO on poem of the day. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:06 AM Thank you..

Eve Roper September 4, 2020 at 7:16 AM Lovely congratulations on POTD. Hugs Eve Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:06 AM Thank you..

Bobby May September 4, 2020 at 6:43 AM You finally made it to POTH S.O. lol, awesome as usual, I just can't keep up with you. Congratulations my mentor !!! Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:06 AM Thank you..

Paghunda Zahid September 4, 2020 at 5:53 AM Well penned, it's beauty of heart and soul that matters.... Body is a temporary thing, it has to lose beauty tomorrow or may be day of tomorrow. What remains behind is a heart, that ought to be beautiful. The pure the heart, the attractive the person. Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:08 AM Thank you..

Anne-Lise Andresen September 4, 2020 at 3:57 AM - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - Wish you a lovely weekend, S.O. :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:08 AM Thank you..

Tom Cunningham September 4, 2020 at 1:45 AM An important message here S. O. that everyone should read and think about. Congratulations on POTD. Tom Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:09 AM Thank you..

V. Deepa September 3, 2020 at 8:03 AM Wow excellent theme ..I loved each lines very much.:-) It portrays true love:-) It also clearly shows internal beauty is most valued.. I am sure, every girl desires such broad hearted mate for herself. I enjoy your love poems very much. I am adding this beautiful work into my FAVE list.Your simple musings are always inspiring. Keep glowing as a sponsor and as a writer. Take care .Warmest regards ~Deepa:-) Silent One September 7, 2020 at 8:10 AM Thank you..

Mystic Rose Rose September 3, 2020 at 2:54 AM Your are deep here Silent One, deeper as the ocean that gives without receiving, I love it. Tenfold. Silent One September 3, 2020 at 5:43 AM Thank you for you kind words... the ocean is a deep and mysterious place...

Brandy Nicole September 2, 2020 at 9:09 PM Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. So true is this statement. One should look over the imperfections, as beauty comes from within- which then shines outward. I see you used lowercase here. I do that with many of my poems, as it is like a whisper upon the page. ~ Brandy Silent One September 3, 2020 at 5:45 AM Indeed it is Brandy... sadly social media plays a big part in how people are perceived....

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