The Mirrors Spoke

The fear of her looks
Became thorns in her side
Her images were shattered
Because the mirrors decide

This beautiful girl
Who sees a different face
She hears the world laughing
No matter where she is in place

In her bedroom at home
She faces her demons alone
Unknown to her family
For years she has roamed

In her dreams one night
She receives her wish
Surrounded by mirrors
She cuts her wrists

Because the fear of her looks
Had penetrated so deep inside
This beautiful girl
Who now, no longer resides




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Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Goff Avatar
March 31, 2010 at 5:58 PM
popular culture, as-seen-on-tv....cuts like a knife...good write, James
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March 31, 2010 at 3:18 PM
So sad. Unfortunately, this senario is far to common. People have such an unrealistic concept of beauty. The ending is gripping. Thank you for sharing this poem with us and for your kind comments today. Blessings to you. Happy Easter! Karen
Montgomery Avatar
March 31, 2010 at 10:26 AM
So sad.......the message is very powerful...I love it :)
Brown Avatar
March 31, 2010 at 5:40 AM
Good morning James, I enjoyed reading your poetry this morning it is always a pleasure to read. Please continue with your writing endeavors. Love, Carol
Culverhouse Avatar
March 30, 2010 at 4:26 PM
sad! yep we all age, so don't get too use the the package.
Richards Avatar
March 30, 2010 at 4:23 PM
There is such a sadness in this poem....it happens just like this, with so many young girls..if only they knew that beauty is what is on the inside.
Devonshire Avatar
March 30, 2010 at 3:37 PM
This was chilling, James. People who have low self esteem are predisposed to suicidal tendencies. Powerful poem, dear Highlander! Love, Carolyn
Bono Avatar
March 30, 2010 at 3:06 PM
Just stopping by to wish you a Happy Easter.
Kendrick Avatar
March 30, 2010 at 2:51 PM
Interesting topic..distorted body image...Sad write...Very emotive and descripive ...Sara
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