Photo To The Soul

 

Your eyes will always be

a window to my soul.

For seeing myself through them

I see part of a man I never wanted to be.

Moments of weakness

can make a strong statement

for changes that need to be made.

Looking in the mirror

only shows signs of aging

but in no way reflects

one’s spiritual growth.

So I look at your photograph

as a motivator to understand

my imperfections

and make them into a positive.

I only wish I had the craftsmanship skills

to make a frame for protecting your photo

from tearing or fading,

cause a store bought one

just won’t do.

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

yes, often we don't like what we see when are reflected in another's eyes...and sometimes we are glad to see the reflection because we want to make ourselves better...

i like being with people who challenge me to be the best person i can be.

and i also like this poem ...lots.

jacob

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you very much sir.

[Ali]

we can see ourselves through the eyes of otherd especially the bad side of us that we don't want to ackno

[hmarieee]

i love how you refer to a picture frame and how a store bought one wont do.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you :)

[quinfinn]

in my experience, no frame is fitting for the object of our affections. thus, you have spoken ...and quite profoundly and expressively of this in this tender and humble write. i take off my poet's hat to you for capturing the essence of real and enduring love in this wonderful piece of prose. be proud of this write, dear poet!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you very much.

[ErosNthanatos]

Love it...it is something to behold, the happiness that you see in a love one's eyes is a reflection of what you make them feel.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you.

[Sheila Kline]

This is magnificent my friend!! Examination of self, acknowledging weaknesses, and realizing what the most important part of one's life results in a photo that shall ever be in your heart!! I have read many, many of your poems, but this is perhaps my very favorite of them all!! It is certainly going in my favorite file........ah, such sweet, sweet thoughts!!!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank you so much... I am honored knowing it is going into your favorites.

[Angel Bird]

Yes everyone needs someone to hold on to, and to be our source of 'mainspring' as also our haven of emotion.
Wonderful write, deep and thought provoking.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you, much appreciated.

[†Tracey†]

Since I feel and can relate to being the store bought..I can appreciate you wanting to build a frame for the true love.. Wonderful as always..xo

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you so much :)

[.]

"Moments of weakness
can make a strong statement
for changes that need to be made."

~ extremely profound and perceptive work, monsieur dale... the lines i quoted are my favourite lines... as this is how i perceive "moments of weakness" as well...

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you very much, glad you liked and appreciated it.

[.]

~ you're very welcome, monsieur...

[MOON]

Some people leave us better off they hold a special place in the heart and no store bought frame will do them justice. Lovely write

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Amen to that... thank you.