Life's Reflections

Life's Reflections

A Poem by Lena M. P.

The water ebbs and flows
Washing the sand from her feet
Then replacing it with more

She gazes at a shell
She picked up on the beach
Pinks and greys marbled throughout

One side rough and haggard
Bumps of time and trauma beaten
Toughen shell to protect the heart within

Inner shell a glossy gem
Smooth and polished to guard the soul
That once nestled between two perfect halves

What fate befell this creature of the sea
Wrenching it from the bosom of the silt
Taking from it that which it was born to house?

Contemplating life, she gazes at her reflection
Her outer shell, aged and weathered
Guarding a soft yet youthful soul

© 2013 Lena M. P.


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A beautiful and positive poem. Your words are true.
"Contemplating life, she gazes at her reflection
Her outer shell, aged and weathered
Guarding a soft yet youthful soul"
Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.




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A beautiful poignant poem....worded so eloquently. Thank you for sharing your talent.

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

A beautiful and positive poem. Your words are true.
"Contemplating life, she gazes at her reflection
Her outer shell, aged and weathered
Guarding a soft yet youthful soul"
Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

The comparison of the shell to ourselves as human beings, in regard to the soul, is created vividly and thoughtfully. This poem is both thought-provoking and inspiring. Well done.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

My Mother always says that she will never grow up inside, no matter how old she is or how she may look. I hope to have the same attitude as my Mother and the woman you write about. Well written :)

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

We all have this ability to see ourselves as youthful And even after it fades the youth still plays in our mind

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Like this very much; your images are lovely.

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

What fate befell this creature of the sea

Wrenching it from the bosom of the silt.
My faves in this well written poem.

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.


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Lena M. P.
Lena M. P.

DeSoto, TX



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