objects in the shatter'd mirror

objects in the shatter'd mirror

A Poem by Frieda P
"

~just smile

"
I am not who you think I am, 
         I'm not even who I think I am 
smile plastered to my cheeks 
it licks my face like a sick puppy dog 
in a facade of delusional grandeur 
     making up the tiny fragments remaining, 
truths rummage this road as a junkyard sale 
formidable blinking caution signs
constantly stroking the thruways of time 
 gazing through a twisted kaleidoscopic frame
       pictures and memories always speeding 
a million miles per hour in s l o w motion 
      sharpened edges cut into line of  sight 
perplexing thoughts run amuck amidst gray matter 
what you see is an unfurled, damaged model
 illusions of what once was, now being showcased
 mechanics of life's inner workings 
   display for a staged marionette behind the wheel
shattered within the soul's dimly lit view
lost control of whitewash ambivalence, 
crashed  on the highway of burning intentions 
life           is never as it appears 

Objects in the Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer than They Are

Objects in the Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer than They Are




© 2014 Frieda P


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Frieda P

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My friend, I feel this one so deeply in my bones that I think I broke a few making my way through it...this poem speaks to me in unspeakable volumes...I can't put into words how much I relate to this piece, if I could I would have written it cuz this is an absolute masterwork...then again, when do you not write those?

The first four lines took my breath away...I wish I wrote those. Not even who I think I am...I didn't make it to the third line before having to stop and just close my eyes for a moment to let it sink in...I know how that feels, so well. Thank you my sweet friend, for writing and sharing this irresistible cry from the heart...xo

I used to listen to this song all the time...are you surprised Mrs.R? Probably not ;)

Posted 10 Years Ago


3 of 3 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I thought you might Steve....thanks always for your kind words my sweet friend. Mrs R is *smiling* l.. read more
kublakhan27

10 Years Ago

Your poetry does the same for me my dear ;) xo



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Frieda, there are thousands of the invisible "walking wounded" roaming the world. Time does heal, but it unfortunately does take time, sometimes therapy. Your poetry is beautiful and tragic, making me ache for that child, but I know that child and she was me. I love your poem, and want to save it to my library. Thanks for sharing it.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Thanks so much for your thoughts Anne, I think that's the best part about poetry, we can recognize b.. read more
My friend, I feel this one so deeply in my bones that I think I broke a few making my way through it...this poem speaks to me in unspeakable volumes...I can't put into words how much I relate to this piece, if I could I would have written it cuz this is an absolute masterwork...then again, when do you not write those?

The first four lines took my breath away...I wish I wrote those. Not even who I think I am...I didn't make it to the third line before having to stop and just close my eyes for a moment to let it sink in...I know how that feels, so well. Thank you my sweet friend, for writing and sharing this irresistible cry from the heart...xo

I used to listen to this song all the time...are you surprised Mrs.R? Probably not ;)

Posted 10 Years Ago


3 of 3 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I thought you might Steve....thanks always for your kind words my sweet friend. Mrs R is *smiling* l.. read more
kublakhan27

10 Years Ago

Your poetry does the same for me my dear ;) xo
that is true about life, nice metaphor sustained in this piece...

i think they are closer than the appear...

jacob

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I think so too jacob, thanks so much...
another nice poem from you...how do you get so many ideas and inspiration..and a song in context to every poem! I am amazed!!

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Doing the happy dance, thanks so much Shubhangi!
I feel the pain in this piece. Pain of loss and grief. Indeed, objects in the rearview mirror are always closer than they appear.

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Thanks K....indeed they are, especially on certain days.
A great comment on emotional baggage and the wreckage we carry around on us. The weight is surely going to affect us. So as you so beautifully say, many emotional undercurrents may be lurking under the serene plastered smiles.

The staged marionette behind the wheel and the crash on the highway of burning intentions were purely brilliant and so in tune with the thought expressed here.

Kudos dear friend. I loved this insightful and introspective write.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

A great comment on emotional baggage and the wreckage we carry around on us. The weight is surely going to affect us. So as you so beautifully say, many emotional undercurrents may be lurking under the serene plastered smiles.

The staged marionette behind the wheel and the crash on the highway of burning intentions were purely brilliant and so in tune with the thought expressed here.

Kudos dear friend. I loved this insightful and introspective write.

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I haven't published it yet, think people might take it the wrong way, it's about me and my own poetr.. read more
DIVYA

10 Years Ago

Oh, you must. You can always put in a little author's note. But only when you feel ready to do it.
Frieda P

10 Years Ago

It's really just a silly rant in my head, but you'll be the first to know. ;-)
Bravo, Frieda... Bravo! The depth of this is outstanding! Your choice of language is pitch perfect. One to learn/grow on!

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Nice to see you back Travis! Thanks so much, appreciate it.
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Even through all this you grow more beautiful each day. Objects in the Mirror May Appear Closer than They Are...but what better way to see your inner beauty, all one has to do is stop and see what they would have missed.

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Awh ron, you're a sweetheart, thanks so much my friend.
ron

10 Years Ago

You are most welcome dear friend.
Frieda, I can always relate to your writings. This piece here is like a psychic reading, hahaha. Your pretty good!! Now let me plaster that smile on my face, open my front, walk out and start my day....Enjoyed the truth in this one...

Posted 10 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Thanks so much Rob, always happy to see you on my page....

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If you want to know me, read my poetry, it's all in there. I am a mother of three sons (my finest moments) a sister, a survivor and a little bit crazy. I lost my beloved sister to suicide, so you'll.. more..

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