Stranger

Facing this person that I should know so well

Knowing nothing, making tears in my eyes swell

A person of passion, who gives in to all of them

A dirt caked masterpiece; a translucent gem

Just longing to be seen, to live a life so full

Conflicting emotions, show a side that’s dull

Laying out the face paints that cover up her flaws

She glances at herself once more for just a pause

A deep breath in, she dabs her face in war paint

The flaws not as apparent, though still not a saint

Minerals of many colors are applied to her eyes,

Steadily drawing on her eye liner she loudly sighs,

Some mascara next to make her eyes stand out

And some sultry red lipstick to improve her pout.

Bronzers, blush, and concealer to contour her face

Not knowing herself, is her only saving grace

Her head held high and her back straight; she’s ready

To gain their attention, though unsure and unsteady

For this girl stares at her reflection for a long while,

She is so lost; she’s unsure what to do other than smile

Her smile so bright no one would know it to be fake,

On the inside? She screams as her soul begins to break

Reviews

[D Alan Johnstone]

I really enjoy the sincerity of this. It flows very naturally. I especially like "dirt caked masterpiece; a translucent gem" Very visual metaphor, IMHO

[andrew mitchell]

A terrific write. Reminded me of Patti Smith reciting poetry with the flow and tightly penned imagery. "She" was the song or poem by Patti. All in all lovely work:)

[Antoñyo]

Wow...whatta courageous piece this is. I always admire people with this ability, because mine is lessened considerably in public. Private, no.
Regarding content, I can only add that one with also a special ability will see through, past the smile and beneath the paint...and find still, a beautiful painting that touches.
Thanks for this special share.

[Rachael Lea]

Thank you. I have come to really enjoy writing about that mask that we are all so fond of wearing. I find the need to show people how much of themselves they will lose when applying that mask being it just in their actions or in their appearance as well. We are all beautiful and wonderful creatures and we need to accept it. We all have flaws, our flaws are what makes us human.

[Antoñyo]

EXACTLY...flaws, differences, cultures, it's all beautiful knowledge. Thanks again

[Rachael Lea]

You are most certainly welcome. and thank you so much