Emma Mantle Poet Quatrain

Just An Image

You've placed me on a pedestal
from which I can but fall
you've conjured up an image
that isn't me at all

I hate to burst your bubble
with this fiction you've created
but the picture burns a little bright
it's a little over stated

I know you think you know me
but I'm no longer sure
am I only in your head
and is there any cure?

But I'm worried what will happen
when reality starts to bite
will I lose your friendship
when the truth flicks on the light?

Will you still be fond of me
when my halo starts to slide
when all at once you realize
your image of Me's lied?

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Andrea Dietrich August 29, 2011 at 11:28 PM Some people really do put others on a pedestal, just like you describe here. It must be horrid to worry about measuring up to that!!

James Chenevert August 23, 2011 at 4:51 PM Very good peice of insight Emma. Is it the Chamelion in you, or is it my imagination? Jim

Steven Mossburg August 14, 2011 at 5:28 PM Very well crafted work of poetry. It makes me stop and think. Good job

Nette Onclaud July 26, 2011 at 9:41 AM your reflection takes me away, emma.. such poetic depth! :) huggs, nette

Carol Sunshine Brown July 26, 2011 at 7:31 AM It feels so good to be able to sit here and read your very creative writing this morning Emma. I do hope to come back soon and read more of your excellent work. Love, Carol

Linda-Marie Sweetheart July 25, 2011 at 11:30 AM wow a wonderful rhyme scheme Emma and telling it straight as can be luv.. perfect persona presented luv.. super one.. Emma Mantle July 25, 2011 at 11:33 AM Thank you for stopping by, and for always being supportive. Em :)