The Mime

Smiling, I hide
Nobody knows what lies beneath
The mask I wear, rooted firm
Covers all but the most violent emotions

A flash of teeth, parted lips
A friendly glance obscures the truth
I lower my lashes, you see shy, or coy
While like the eternal sphinx
Smiling, I hide

© 2008 Christiane Hart

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Rachel Cowan

An interesting way of looking at life. Like this poem very enjoyable, you can feel the emotion behind the words.

Posted 17 Years Ago

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Christiane Hart

Darlington, County Durham, United Kingdom

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Christiane is a writer from the Caribbean Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Having always been drawn to a creative outlet, she channels her inspirations which draw from life experience and her relatio.. more..