Naked Smile

I look upon her pretty mask
The expression so serene
What lies beneath that naked smile?
Where has this woman been?

I look through the portals to her soul
Those lovely and haunting eyes
Despite her greatest effort
This part she cannot disguise

Once the mask is stripped away
vulnerable there she stands
I take her gently in my arms
I make no harsh demands

Floodgates are opened
Her emotions set free
I witness the true beauty
She has gifted to me 

I look upon her pretty face
Expression so serene
Yes she gifts me her naked smile
The most beautiful I've ever seen

For Anthony's Naked Contest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Onclaud Avatar
November 17, 2016 at 10:06 AM
fantastic write delicately done, rich.... big congrats withh huggs
Roper Avatar
November 17, 2016 at 10:04 AM
Congratulations, Richard, very romantic. Hugs Eve
La France Avatar
November 16, 2016 at 2:50 PM
Richard so beautifully penned, congratulations on your win in the contest ~
Rodrigues Avatar
November 16, 2016 at 2:06 PM
Very cool, Richard! Congrats :)
Parker Avatar
November 16, 2016 at 11:09 AM
Congratulations, nothing brings more joy than a smile
Hunjeri Avatar
March 6, 2015 at 10:51 AM
Perfecto! I like it a lot!!
Nance Avatar
July 30, 2014 at 8:58 PM
awww. smiles are the bestest thing :) :)
Manassian Avatar
May 24, 2013 at 2:14 PM
This is absolutely beautiful, Richard. You sure know how to bring a smile! :)
Lamoureux Avatar
May 24, 2013 at 5:30 PM
You as well Eileen!
Andresen Avatar
November 14, 2012 at 11:16 AM
A happy face will always smile .... Well written Richard. - - Have a nice day. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
Lamoureux Avatar
November 14, 2012 at 12:17 PM
thanks for visiting and commenting.
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