Veiled

Visible only 
the eyes to see 
where the path leads,
Buried beneath 
a disguise, no 
sign how the heart bleeds.
Covered from head
down to toe, a 
shapeless expression,
Only obedience to know and 
life of oppression.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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