The mirror doesn't lie

I wrote this poem with inspiration from a creative friend. Hope you all enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.

"The Mirror Doesn’t Lie"

She never spoke - at least, not loud,
Her silence wrapped her like a shroud.
The world passed by with blinded eyes,
Too deaf to hear her inward cries.

They saw a face both calm and still,
A woman bent to others’ will.
But in the mirror, truth would gleam -
A whisper woven through the seam.

The mirror knew what none could guess,
Her quietness held no helplessness.
In glances cast, her soul would tell
Of dreams that rose where silence fell.

No scream, no storm, no shouted plea--"
Yet strength ran deeper than the sea.
Her hush was not from fear or lack,
But an armour none could see or crack.

And in the end, the mirror spoke -
The silence split, the silence broke.
"You were not voiceless - just unseen.
Power wears silence, just like a queen."

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Superbly penned stanzas here Ayesha. Silence can be incredibly powerful. Keeping your cards close to your chest, can be interpreted as weakness. I see it as a great strength. Mirrors never lie.

Chris

[Ayesha Faiz]

I truly am delighted to know that you enjoyed my poem. I really appreciate your time and kind feedback. Thanks alot!

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Ayesha.
(And in the end, the mirror spoke -
The silence split, the silence broke.
"You were not voiceless - just unseen.
Power wears silence, just like a queen.")
What we do is important. Words are nice. Powerful and worthwhile words shared dear poet.
Coyote

[Ayesha Faiz]

I'm truly honored!
Thanks alot for your review on my poem!

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome, dear poet.

[michelle buckley]

Superb, I did indeed enjoy reading this, your enjoyment of writing it shows. Beautiful, heartfelt, and soulful writing...

[Ayesha Faiz]

Ah! This comment made me happy. To write such beautifully that others enjoy it, what a feeling indeed.
I sincerely appreciate your words.

[michelle buckley]

Ditto, dear heart, keep writing and connecting...

[Gee]

So well written, flawless.
Well done you. One of the better pieces of rhyming poetry I have read in a long while

[Ayesha Faiz]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me. I'm glad the poem connected with you!

read moreThank you so much! That really means a lot to me. I'm glad the poem connected with you!

[Relic]

This is so well done. They say you should listen more than speak. Silence is powerful if done through the understanding that confidence is the main ingredient.

[Ayesha Faiz]

I agree, silence shows true confidence. Listening more than speaking can be a powerful strength. Thanks alot for your review on my write! Much appreciated.

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

A really fantastic poem. Only we can silence ourselves due to many reasons, like fear or worried about hurting others. But in the end we still silence ourselves.

[Ayesha Faiz]

Thank you for your thoughtful words! I truly appreciate your insight.

[DIVYA]

Dear Ayesha,

This poem is very motivating espcially for those with less heard voices. You present the woman with a quiet strength. She is silent yet not unheard. She doesn't need to speak. She is enough. She should be enough. This poem is an acknowledgment and an appreciation. I love that you have put such thought into it. I must also add that your rhyming and meter add such a great touch to the poem.

Keep going! Beautiful poetry!

[Ayesha Faiz]

I'm really glad my poem spoke to you and you understood the lines within. You've described exactly what I was looking for in a review.
My warm thanks to you for stopping by!

[DIVYA]

I'm glad I found your poetry. It offers much thought. Keep sharing Ayesha.

[Betty Hermelee]

And in the end she was saved by her mirror....no more silence...which speaks to me that one should look in the mirror more often and admire one self more often...this poem has a beautiful rhythm and silence can be powerful in itself...it flows well too.....glad she was able to see the light and be seen....Lovely
Warmly, B

[Ayesha Faiz]

Thank you sincerely for reviewing my poem. Your words are deeply appreciated!

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome!
Warmly, B

[Neha agrawal]

The rhythm flows like a whispered revelation, and the final lines hit like a quiet thunderclap. “Power wears silence, just like a queen” that’s unforgettable.

[Ayesha Faiz]

I appreciate you stopping by and engaging with my work. Your words are truly valued!