Walayee Poet Lay Whitlock-Ishway Poet Free verse

Your Eyes

Your Eyes

Your innocent and forgiving eyes
 Break down any disguise I may devise 
  They look at me and through me at the same time
   Piercing the wall of scars 
    Breaking down my bars…

     Unconsciously, sensing what I need
      Feeling my vibes
       Feeding my needs
        Opening my heart wide
         So they can see what’s inside…

          They calm my spirits when I’m in emotional distress
         Give me hope when I’m in duress
        Peace when my mind is on a thousand chases
       Focus when my heart races
      Always taking me to better places…

     They see the pain in my laughter
    Offer me shelter after
   Move closer when my body says stay away
  Reassuring me everything will be okay
 This is what your eyes say…

Lay

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Mugo Muriithi July 4, 2026 at 3:56 AM What I like most is that the poem avoids the easy conclusion of "I was wrong." Instead, it's about realizing that being completely convinced you're right can be its own kind of danger. The speaker isn't haunted because they were evil; they're haunted because they never imagined they could be mistaken. That feels more honest and, in a way, more unsettling.

Mary Meade Stephenson December 24, 2010 at 7:12 AM Magnificent piece you have penned here. Vivid emotions captured in pen. Thanks so much for sharing. Have a Blessed Christmas~Mary~

T.A. Skyles-Theoklapoet December 9, 2010 at 1:54 PM Oh what love these words say.Thanks for sharing.Your Psoup friend Teresa

Carolyn Devonshire December 7, 2010 at 8:59 AM You must love her deeply for her eyes to have so much influence, Lay. A lucky man you are to have a lady who offers reassurance, calms your spirits and knows what you need. Beautifully written! Love, Carolyn

Audrey Haick December 7, 2010 at 7:38 AM Just love it, Lay! Wonderful gem with beautiful, perfect flow...smooth! Hope you and little ones are doing well! Blessings today and always, Audrey

Michael J. Falotico December 7, 2010 at 6:57 AM Beautiful Poetry my friend...so enjoyed your images..Michael

Dr.Ram Mehta December 7, 2010 at 2:56 AM Very touching, flowing and moving write on the eyes, great images, Walayee