The Mirror

My pain does not show
I bury it far too deep
the pain in my soul
I hide away from myself
then the mirror shows my eyes
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Carrillo Avatar
April 5, 2012 at 4:53 PM
This is good. I like it. The mirror will show the truth about ourselves. Thanks for commenting on - The Letter. Lucilla
Bauer Avatar
April 5, 2012 at 1:42 PM
yes, the mirror reflects the truth, whether we want to see it or not. nicely said!
Mister Roboto Avatar
April 5, 2012 at 8:48 AM
'this one is HOTTT FIRE. SOme of the best poems come from the most painful spots. Keep up the good work...but, for the love of god, don't get hurt! Love yir work. Stay outta this heat too. Already 90's ///No Fair, no spring:(
Pettit Avatar
April 5, 2012 at 12:16 AM
One of the better tanka poems I've read on this site.
Dietrich Avatar
April 4, 2012 at 10:48 PM
yes, the eyes are the windows to the soul. Love it!
Aldea Avatar
April 4, 2012 at 10:36 PM
Hi Rhonda nice perception... thanks for sharing,Cheryl....
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