The Girl With the Looking Glass Heart

The girl with the looking glass heart She polished the lens with a smudge of her finger Still tiny traces of memories linger Held to the light so the streaks they were showing Wiped it again all the while just knowing Darkness collected the corners she wept Placed in the box with the love letters kept Tied with a ribbon and sealed with a kiss Stuck in a closet no longer to miss Something was blurred in the sight she was seeing Another time and a place often fleeing Wanting the one with the smile unending Lost in this room on the whispers now sending She did not breathe, no not one breath of air Sitting alone in the dark she did stare Wishing on dreams out of focus and light Wondering if it was day or was night Opened a curtain, the sun was deceiving Blinding the truth that her soul was believing Calling reflections of love’s shining fashion Thought back to days filled with feelings and passion Took out a hanky and with just the right touch Cleaned off the smears she had hated so much Looked to the sky, she could see every part For she was the girl with the looking glass heart
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Daniel Avatar
August 30, 2018 at 1:42 AM
Now, this is a wonderful story, though sad. I like your style of writing, has a musical ring to it:)
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August 30, 2018 at 8:39 AM
Thank you again my friend. I do have a tendency to put a tune to my poems as I write. I am thrilled they sing to you that way.
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August 29, 2018 at 4:46 PM
Your romantic melancholy imagery is elegant w/great emotional depth, Chris. Your thoughtful ink touches the heart, and guides us thru the looking glass. Such an enjoyable poem to read, my friend. Love and joy always.
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August 29, 2018 at 5:06 PM
Hey there Freddie. Thanks so much my friend. I appreciate your visit today.
Hamilton Avatar
August 29, 2018 at 10:43 AM
Amazing writing, the title drew me in and the write is exceptional, well done Chris!
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August 29, 2018 at 1:36 PM
Thanks again John.
Wanter Avatar
August 28, 2018 at 3:13 PM
So very creative, Chris!!!
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August 28, 2018 at 3:27 PM
Thank you my friend for always making me smile.
Michael Avatar
August 28, 2018 at 11:25 AM
A beautiful write...All the best Chris
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August 28, 2018 at 3:27 PM
Thanks so much Arturo for your kind words.
Krampe Avatar
August 28, 2018 at 11:21 AM
This is a fabulous metaphor; I love what you did with it.
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August 28, 2018 at 3:27 PM
Thank you so very much Agnes. This has got to be one of my personal favorites. Thank you for your nice comments.
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