Reflection

Many times a day I stop
and look in the mirror,
most of the time I
think why am I here.

The reflection that looks
back at me seems lonely
and scared,not remembering
when the last time was 
anyone really cared.

Lately I think alot about
wanting to die,my life just
keeps going down hill
so why even try.

When life gets overwhelming,
I sometimes stop and pray,
hoping that tomorrow it
will be a better day.

I get upset when things get
to me as easy as they do,
but I wouldn't wish for anyone
to spend one day in my shoes.

I can't wait until the day
that reflection in the mirror,
says all the pain was worth it
and I'm glad that your still here.

           Colleen Marie Bono
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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October 6, 2013 at 10:07 AM
Hello Colleen, sending smiles... Congratulations on having your poem Featured on the soup's home page. Always & Forever *LINDA*
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October 5, 2013 at 3:02 AM
great write Colleen, really superb, such good flow giving much to reflect upon. well done, have blessed day, Gordon
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August 5, 2013 at 6:21 AM
A stunning piece which really deserved its super win! CONGRATULATIONS my dear friend, Colleen! Thank you so much for sharing as well. And since somebody sent me a message, i'm passing it to you, Happy Friendship Day! Big sweet hugs! love lots, Leonora
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August 4, 2013 at 10:08 PM
Colleen, , Congratulations, with your winning poem..... goodnight~ Linda
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August 4, 2013 at 5:23 PM
Congratulations... love..SKAT
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November 23, 2009 at 12:30 AM
You have a true gift for expressing real and deep emotions through your writing. The pain is felt through your words by the reader. I do hope things are going better for you and that soon we can see some happy writes from you. I can imagine how uplifting they would be when expressed with such depth. Blessings from Lolita
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October 22, 2009 at 2:15 PM
so hope you feel better. Helping someone else always helps me feel better. Light & Love BIG HUGS
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October 18, 2009 at 3:23 PM
Nicely written piece full of emotion. Keep writing. Sara
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