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

[hannahzoey]

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[Ayesha Faiz]

I truly appreciate your offer but since I'm still new to poetry and stuff, I want to take small steps at a time. Really glad you stopped by and thanks alot for your time!
:)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Sometimes silence is much more powerful than any word uttered.
And a look from others might portend to them, helplessness.
But the mirror knows the real you.
I am reminded of Sylvia Plath's "Mirror"---
when the mirror, personified, says...
"Now she is searching my reaches for who she really is"---
j.

[Ayesha Faiz]

That’s such a thoughtful connection. Silence can hold a truth that words often miss, and mirrors, like in Plath’s poem, it reflects more than just appearance. Thank you for your thoughtful reflection on my poem.. It adds a deep layer to reflect on.
I sincerely do appreciate your words.

[Davidgeo]

You got that "haunting writer" skill.

Listen to Bobbi Darin sing "beyond the sea" then read any HP Lovecraft story, then listen to Bobbi again... I would wager this creates a fountain of ideas for you.

[Ayesha Faiz]

Absolutely! I’ll be sure to listen to Bobbi Darin and dive into some Lovecraft right after. I think it'll help me alot. Thanks alot! Your words are much appreciated!

[John the Baptist]

One might wonder who the lady was and why the world so misjudged her. She certainly seems to have had great character, but for some reason it was never acknowledged.

[Ayesha Faiz]

Yes, that’s so true. It really makes you think about how people can be misunderstood or overlooked, even when they have a strong and kind heart. There’s definitely more to her story than what people read.
I truly appreciate your thoughtful review.

[Soren]

A beautiful poem with wonderful lines that speak a wise message. Nicely done

[Ayesha Faiz]

Many thanks for giving my poem your time and attention. Your thoughtful review is deeply appreciated.

[Soren]

You are most welcome

[Kady R.]

Hiii Ayesshhaaa!!!

Sooo excited about this new poemmmm!! It was so easy to follow and the rhyming in it is sooo well donneee!!!

I loved the ending of the poem such power to these words "you were not voiceless-just unseen. Power wears silence, just like a queen." It is soo true, there is so much said in silence.

Thanks that for that reminder that there is power in silence. Have a wonderful dayyy🤗🤗🤗

[Ayesha Faiz]

Dear Kady, it's always wonderful to hear from you. I truly value your words. Thanks alot for stopping by !!!

[Kady R.]

Likewise Ayeshaaa!! 🥰🥰🥰🤗🤗🤗