Don't recognise myself?

I don't recognize myself anymore

Whenever I look in the mirror

from my younger years.

All I see is sad eyes

with an upset soul.

Which has seen many a drama

and tragedy in its life.

A body that is old and used.

Hair that is aged

and skin that is not as

youthful as it used to be.

How time has ravaged

the beauty of my soul.

As well as my spirit is not as

strong as it used to be.

I have lived a life

that has been hard

and never-ending.

I have survived the

journey so far.

Can never say

life is boring!

I must have been bad

in a previous time

as I was never born

with a "silver spoon"

or lifestyle to suit.

Reviews

[alanwgraham]

I feel sad Dawn when I read this poem as there are lots of negative thoughts in there. I know it can be hard to shake of the effect of what has come before. As far as the poem goes i would say try not to repeat the same thoughts and organise your words into some flow of thought. I disagree when you say you must have been bad before. This is just not true. I feel that focusing too much on negative things can stop you moving on. I've found that even a simple thing like going out for a walk or run can boost your mood. Also there are loads of people out there that are looking for company. Doing some volunteering makes you feel good as well.
All the best,
Alan

[Onlyme]

Thank you Alan, for being kind and thougtful and writing to me. That was lovely. And I do agree with what your telling me. Dwelling on feeling low does not help me or anyone. I need to look after me better. Thanks for caring. hugs Dawn.

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

Holy Heck Dee, If you lost your strength and your beauty then all the rest of us are in trouble! You spit more fire than a dragon and churn more heaven love than an Angel! Go easy on yourself...life is telling you it's time...it's just telling you to slow down a bit, start enjoying the ride of being in the backseat. I know everything is demanding at the stage in your life but it only begs where you dont fear to go. YOU just love him...love you.

[Onlyme]

Crippled Queen, you made me lol then. Reading your write to me. Bless you Queen. You are a true beauty and warrior yourself Queen. Bless you for caring. And giving me the talk I needed. cheers and hugs. Dawn.

[Chris Shaw]

When the going gets tough, life can be so hard. Time can weary us, alter our youthful looks, but I don't believe it has ravaged the beauty of your soul. It may feel like that to you, but that inner beauty lasts much longer and continues to shine and even improve. There is much sadness and weariness in these lines of yours Dawn. Your emotions are telling their own story here and it is not a happy one at present. Take it easy on yourself.

Chris

[Onlyme]

Thanks Chris. hugs. Dawn.

[Crowley]

Non Concurr…as far as I can tell you rock.

[Onlyme]

Thanks Crowley, you are star. hugs. Dawn