The Vacant Smile

I spoke with her this morning For just a little while, Hoping for nothing more Than the faint hint of a smile. I watched her brush her greying hair And apply cream upon her face, She removed her silk pyjamas Trimmed in off white lace. She acted like I wasn't there And really could care less, It was almost like she was putting me Through some awkward sort of test. You and I have been through a lot I raised my voice to her, And we've always been the best of friends We both know that for sure. But you know that I am insecure You've known it from the start, You never gave me confidence You never did your part. I stared directly in her eyes But somehow she did not see, The face within the mirror Didn't even smile at me.... Lynn Barany