Make Up

Smearing on the foundation to hide the lines of time.

Applying the blush to brighten what life has removed.

Crimsoning my lips to enhance my words.

Placing the shadow on my eyes to improve the gateway to my soul.

Lining my lids to ensure you won’t get lost.

Darkening my eyelashes begging you to take a closer look.

 

 

-Mysty Rayn

 

 

 

Reviews

[LadyRouge]

The first line ... NO the first word. I'm a sucker for words, the way they feel and taste, and "smearing" caught me and pulled me in. Love, love, love this poem. The way you start it with the beginning of just foundation, covering it all up, then take the reader through the motions, explainging your reasons, showing how you enhance the canvas. Can't say it enough, this poem is GREAT!!!

[Barbara Walker]

Great metaphor! And I love the last line-wanting them to see past all the make up to the real you and finding you beautiful! This says so much in so few words! Great write! Barbara

[Deborah Leah Krempa]

Beautifully penned. Thank you for sharing. Debileah