Reflection

Each morning before I go to work, I take few minutes
Of my time to stand in front of you, though I am bored!
But, I need to do it, for I want to hear your comment;
As I predicted, you started your nagging argument
By teasingly, spreading both of your arms into the air;
While I almost burst in paroxysm of disappointment,
As I repetitiously asked, what is wrong with my look?
Silent pause is all you got, giving me the impression
That I will never learn to dress, like a fashion icon!
I am late, but just can not leave because you bother me;
If, I could stop your negativity with confidence;
So, I wouldn't be spending more minutes on your silence;
Oh! I really should be grateful, 'cos you made me listen
To inner self, for I look great now, than I thought I was!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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Brown Avatar
July 5, 2011 at 6:08 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week Ernesto. May your poetry bring inspiration to others as they read it. Love, Carol
Santiago Avatar
July 6, 2011 at 2:04 PM
thank you my dear Carol, hello!
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July 5, 2011 at 5:52 AM
Congrats Ernesto on your sonnet being featured. Vince
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July 6, 2011 at 2:06 PM
hi, Vince, thanks and warmest greetings to you. E.
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