A very poignant picture painted of a girl who has very low self esteem and confidence in herself. She doesn't see the beautiful person she is, she sees only what is on the outside, but the beauty on the outside will fade away with the passing of time, whereas a person who is beautiful on the inside will ALWAYS be a beautiful person. You capture all of this so finely in this excellently penned poem through excellent word choice and depiction, Betty. Wonderful poem! Lovely work! Thank you for sharing, dear Betty.
The things folk do "to fit in" be noticed.
Takes many of us a very long time to become comfortable in our own skin and care not as to what others see or think of us.
You write in a style from years gone by Betty, so easy to read.
Hope you are keeping well
Posted 6 Months Ago
6 Months Ago
Thank you Gee, good to see you! Have a happy Sunday!
Warmly, B
It may seem too bold a method " color my hair pink" to be noticed by the world, because it is a different kind of pain when you are so invisible when you are right there with your screaming emotions, love and passion.
However if you love yourself the society's opinion is merely a passing thought.
Dear Betty,
This is such a relatable write for all those who suffer from self-doubt and not enough self-esteem. The need to be appreciated, noticed is very touching as the protagonist wonders what she can do to garner favorable attention from others. A very palpable need to relate to. I loved the way she considers turning her hair pink, which seems to be a drastic measure, in order to be looked at. Her old friend comes to the rescue and states the greatest truth. We are as lovely as we think we are! Just watch her change her mindset and begin to glow and radiate beauty from within. Everyone will be stunned at the radical transformation! I have been there, done it and completely felt the emotions in this wonderful poem. Loved it!
Posted 7 Months Ago
7 Months Ago
I love your review Diyva, thank you from my heart!... the review is so perfect for this piece... yo.. read moreI love your review Diyva, thank you from my heart!... the review is so perfect for this piece... you related to the protagonist with empathy...
So glad you're back!
Warmly, B
7 Months Ago
I enjoyed and related to the poem so much! You're welcome, dear Betty!
I think so many of us want to be seen, and appreciated, without judgement.
Those with inner beauty have a glow that attracts, whether they know it or not.
Nice poem, Betty. Gets one thinking about how we see those around us.
Posted 7 Months Ago
7 Months Ago
I really like your comnents Ana; a well thought out review
Warmly
B.
there is inner beauty as well as outer. not always a natural thing to love ourselves for various reasons - what we perceive as shortcomings or not measuring up. parents can be the most critical as they feel entitled to tell us as such. our culture does little if anything to help. poignant piece that stirs.
Posted 7 Months Ago
7 Months Ago
Thank you Pete for your thoughtful reviews, always….
Warmly B
My love of poetry results from my love of art. As a painter I am able to express myself on a canvas. As a poet my words come from my heart, my moods, sometimes sad, mostly upbeat. I like to use vivid .. more..