Who Am I

I'm a famous actress, folk flock to me 
like cattle.
When I say jump, they say how high.
I've always loved the spotlight as a kid,
I was the outspoken one; I was never
shy.
I've been performing all my life; I was
in school plays, I was the president 
of the drama club in middle and high
school.
Anything that involved acting and
performing I was your girl.
I have a husband, two kids and
I have other family members that 
say they love me.
A big house and more money 
than I can spend.
But something is missing; I have
folk around me, and I’m the
loneliest I have ever been.
On the path to my personal life
and career of choice I lost me.
People pool at my feet but don't 
know me, because I don’t know 
me.
I long to know “ Who am I?”





Alexis Y.
03/02/2021

lostfree verse

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/5/2021 9:33:00 AM

I haven't met you face to face, but your character shows in your poems, a kind soul who thinks of others before herself. A loyal friend who I would trust with any secret. So this I know of you, and that you are steadfast in your faith. I'm happy to know you Alexis Y. but one day we might still meet. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/3/2021 10:42:00 PM

I think there are times we all ask that important question. Mind you I might have time to answer it if I had all that money *lol*. I enjoyed your contemplative piece. Hugs Rick.

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 3/3/2021 2:10:00 AM

Aren't we are searching this very questions in midst of our responsibilities. We are soul, we forget. How much do we ponder about this pertinent question. Who am I. Why am I doing what I am doing. You made me think.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 3/2/2021 6:46:00 PM

Good insightful expression Alexis, interestingly penned with good imagery and thought. Take care, Gordon

Alexis Y.
Date: 3/4/2021 3:03:00 PM

Hi Gordon, Thanks stopping by to leave such a kind comment. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/2/2021 1:16:00 PM

This is a well written , powerful, truthful poem. I think many in that position could relate to it. Great one Alexis :)

Judy Ball

Date: 3/2/2021 12:43:00 PM

Great job here Alexis. I think most people around the world could ask this question no matter how many kids they have or don't have. You can have beauty, brains and seeming success but still have that knawing feeling inside that can't be filled. That's because we were all created with a little spot inside thst only God can fill. It's just for Him. No one and nothing else can ever take His place. Once you know Whose you are you know Who you are. Good stuff. God Bless, JB

Alexis Y.
Date: 3/4/2021 3:06:00 PM

Hi Judy, That question has been asked by many. I agree with your response. I appreciate your support.Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 3/2/2021 12:00:00 PM

Profound writing, dearest Alexis! each of us has to ask this question now and then! Beautifully written! I wrote a poem with the same title some years ago from a philosophical point of view! Hugs xxx

Alexis Y.
Date: 3/2/2021 1:21:00 PM

Hi Demetrios, Thank you so much for your visit and kind review. I will go see if I can find your poem with the same title. Have a wonderful day my friend:-) Alexis

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 3/2/2021 11:19:00 AM

So sad... Jesus is the answer!!! Love to you, Gina

Alexis Y.
Date: 3/4/2021 3:04:00 PM

Hi Regina, I agree. I appreciate that you stopped by. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/2/2021 11:13:00 AM

Hi Alexis, It is quite possible to become lost in the spotlight, if one doesn't have a solid sense of self and personal values. Interesting and well expressed poem. :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/2/2021 10:20:00 AM

- Luxury and money ... you have everything ... but lack the most important thing ... - Great written, Alexis :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 3/2/2021 10:08:00 AM

‘Fame and fortune is not always best, if one’s truly happy it wouldn’t matter if home was a shed.’ An inspiring thought provoking write Alexis ~ Belle :-)