Hair holds memories

"Hair holds memories" is a poem about reclaiming identity, honoring past scars, and choosing your own path after letting go of what once held you.

They say hair holds memories

mine carried more than most suppose

Not just laughs or sunlit days

but battles I won close

Some scars lie on my body

some are buried out of view

I’ve worn them all in silence

unsure what I should or shouldn't undo

Today I've cut my hair

a blunt, short, fresh line

Not to forget the past

but only to say this moment is mine

I could embrace the marks

or let them slip away

Each and every path is brave

So I will choose my own, day by day

Author's Note

Yes I did actually cut my hair lol, check out my photos because it might not be too clear from my profile pic! New hair, new me ♡

Reviews

[Twilight]

Well, it can represent cutting away the past; when a woman decides to do this. And, such an act can have emotive connotations.

From the different verses, you have made your own motives clear. Although laughs and sunlit days from your past are referred to, a key desire to breakaway from past negativities; seems to be the key motivation. In order, to become free to embark upon a fresh start in life.

As shorter hair is often considered to be less feminine, some might perceive this act as a little rebellious. Either, against conformity or femininity.

I believe what you have said, about your thoughts and feelings behind this act. And, understand that it is symbolic of a "new you".

The final verse, prompted me to think that you're a strong-willed young woman; seeking to make choices for yourself (and go your own way).

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much for this impressive review? And why did I say impressive? Because this is all exactly what I meant with this poem so thank you for understanding it! I appreciate the review!

[Alice Mayes]

Your new haircut looks great!
Also wonderful poem, your work never ceases to amaze us. Cutting hair in a reference to cutting and moving on from the past is a powerful metaphor. Have a wonderful day and never stop sharing your wonderful words, my friend.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much Alice!!!! I really appreciate your sweet words!!! I'm so glad that you're back on WritersCafe so welcome back!!!! Thank you for your kind review!!!!

[Alice Mayes]

ofc!!! :3

[Thomas W Case]

Powerful work. You bring this to life.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much for your kind review!!! I really appreciate it!

[LisaCarol]

Fabulous write Efxaris! Sometimes in life, it is time to cut away the past and embrace a new future, and you shared this lesson very well. Enjoy your new haircut and whatever the future holds for you.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much Lisa!!! I really appreciate your kind words! It is true, cutting away the past sometimes is just what some of us need to do!

[Betty Hermelee]

A new hairdo, a new look a new YOU! sometimes it's hard to forget the scars...they stick like glue...and it seems that in this piece, you are doing a great job of finding your own new way forward...nicely penned, like the rhyme...
Warmly, B

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much for your heartfelt words!!! Scars are hard to forget yes, that's why such a simple thing like a haircut is probably the best thing anyone can change to get some "weight" off their shoulders, to feel different, to make it clear that they want to change in general and their past does not define them. I really appreciate your sweet words!

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome!
Warmly, B

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Girl, I'm so proud of you! I truly believe this, and I think hair has a property that carries energy. And I think it can really give you a fresh start, at least mentally. Even in ancient times, hair was a very serious element in shamans and magic. Warriors would cut their hair when they were defeated. And long their hair for the strongest. I think it really give some space to the body. Before my father died, I used to cry because I would never get my hair cut. The day after my father died, they took me to get my hair cut and I didn't say a word. Even though I was a child, I felt lighter. Thats still aa bad memory but still might be a proff :D.
I loved your poem so so much as always, Your poems always makes me talk, haha! thats so powerful i think. You are a great poet!

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Omg girl thank you so much for this sweet review!!! I really appreciate you sharing all of your thoughts!! I'm so sorry for your loss, I'm sure your father is in a better place now, and he's so proud of you! I'm glad such a simple thing like a haircut made you feel even a little bit better! Thank you so so so much for your kind words and thank you for reading my poems really!!! :D

[Betty Hermelee]

You portrayed someone who had to boost her self confidence, and she was very determined to do this.... even though she still may be hiding things, her perseverance to change her looks proved to be a good recipe for her self worth...a new look is usually welcomed positively.... Nice write!
Warmly, B

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much for your kind review Betty! I really appreciate you reading my poem and sharing your thoughts thank you so much!!! :D

[Betty Hermelee]

You are very welcome!!!
Warmly, B

[Ayesha Faiz]

This is such a beautiful and powerful poem. I really liked it. The part that touched me the most was:
"Not to forget the past, but only to say this moment is mine."
It’s such a strong and honest line.. It shows healing, not by erasing the past, but by owning the present. This entire poem shows and carries the voice of a strong women, it can be felt clearly in every line. Never give up and chose your own path. I trully loved it!
By the way, you look really pretty with short hair as well 🤗......

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much for this heartfelt review!!!! I really appreciate your sweet words and I'm super glad you loved it!!! Also thank you, I also really love my new hair now! 🩷

[Neha agrawal]

This is stunning. Gentle, powerful, and quietly defiant. You’ve turned a haircut something so ordinary into a profound act of reclamation. There’s no melodrama here, just steady strength. And that’s exactly what makes it so moving.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

Thank you so much for your kind words!!! That was exactly what I wanted to achieve with this poem so I'm glad you think I did!!! I really appreciate your review!!!