Mirror of Secrets

His glass-stained eyes saw things he knew
That framed a past when years withdrew
From indiscretions of a town---
Mirrored in youth’s flashes, rundown
By secrets kept in a house where he loved and grew.


Contest for Reflections of A Florette
31 Aug 2014
Jajosh Ongado
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Onclaud Avatar
September 14, 2014 at 10:14 PM
the mystery of it all, so powerfully composed, jajosh.. thank you for joining my contest with big congrats and huggs
Lawless Avatar
September 14, 2014 at 8:05 AM
"That framed a past when years withdrew" Brilliant!!! And the dilemma then becomes how to keep them from "framing" the future. Well done.
Callus Avatar
September 14, 2014 at 4:37 AM
This is another unique take on the mirror theme. The secrets give it a deeper mysterious feel. Congrats on your win. // paul
A. Sharma Avatar
September 14, 2014 at 1:10 AM
Congrats on ur winning wonderful write Jajosh !
Mehta Avatar
September 13, 2014 at 10:30 PM
Congratulations on a great win, Jajosi
Sietesantos Avatar
September 13, 2014 at 9:46 PM
Congratulations, Jajosh on your wonderful win! Excellent piece! Pandita
Allison Avatar
September 13, 2014 at 6:33 PM
I sometimes wish the mirror could talk and reveal secrets - a great write many congrats. hugs jan xxx
Meier-Hans Avatar
September 13, 2014 at 6:14 PM
I really enjoyed reading your poem. Congratulations Jajosh
Nance Avatar
September 1, 2014 at 2:24 PM
Oh this was enjoyable to read, you got the form perfect and the story unique, I do like your entry, best of luck :)
Mcintosh Avatar
September 1, 2014 at 12:15 PM
I hope you do well in the contest and enjoyed your poem. Happy writing. Love and prayers, Gina
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