This Side of My Skin

This is my take on a writing prompt, the title. 08/01/2025

"This Side of My Skin"

This Side of my Skin is what others see. 

This side of my Skin has no imperfections except for some moles. 

This side of my Skin is soft and clear.

This side of my Skin is covered by long sleeves and pants.

This side of my Skin is why my leggings stick.

This side of my skin has tons of imperfections.

This side of my skin has marks that wreaks of grief and sorrow. 

This side of my skin is the reason I don't go to the beach.

This side of my skin, nobody gets to see.

I hope nobody ever gets to see this side of my skin....

Author's Note

This is my take on a writing prompt I came across. It's highlighting the problem of self harm and mental health. What do you think?