Image, Image...

Most everyone has insecurites at times...

Mirror, Mirror on the...

No, let me rephrase

Image, Image of myself

Why do you haunt me so?

I see you smiling 

crystal clear

but is that really

the me I see?

I look into a foggy glass

my curiosity now aroused

This woman has such a plain face

No, there's no originality

at all...

Her smile's more

a smirk, a sneer

asking

What are looking at Darling?

I am what you are

from head to toe

shoulder to shoulder

My, aren't we unsatisfied?

Do you even know yourself?

Or is the cover of this book

so unappealing 

that you wouldn't dare

read more?

It's not that I don't like you

I just feel a little unsure

I don't think I'd change

my appearance

even if I could.

It's what other's see

I guess

that I question

You're such a simple looking girl

what would be interesting

about you

at all?

Dearest, then you should listen

as I self assure

It's left to other's misfortune

if they can't see

who you are.

Image, Image of yourself

If I could

I'd back hand you!

Chin up now

and fix that contemplative gaze

shine the light

through those pretty eyes

and show us

your confident smile.

Now you may ask

your question

once more.

Image, Image...

Author's Note

Possibly one of my new favorites ^_^ and the picture is from a year ago. Enjoy!

Reviews

[Nath]

This poem is absolutely awesome! I really like your use of "image" instead of "mirror" - it makes it more personal, in my opinion, to have a conversation with your quasi alter ego than an object. Love the subject as well - we all could really use someone, and be that somebody our reflection, to cheer us up with a pep talk exactly like this when we think too lowly of ourselves. However much there may be too criticize, there's bound to be so much more to praise. The hardest part is seeing and acknowledging the good in you, so it would be nice to have somebody kind point them out.
Again, a wonderful poem you have here!

[Serenity Faith]

Thank you very much ^_^ And I do agree. I got to thinking one day after reading so many "down on yourself poetry" that if people looked into their mirror, their image would probably want to smack some self confidence into them. Besides, while we're standing their insulting ourselves, we're insulting our sister/brother images in the mirror too. That's not very nice, now is it? ^_~

[Nath]

My pleasure, and yes, maybe, if they are capable of judging independent of our prejudices and opinions, our reflections would like to defend themselves along with ourselves, haha. That's a good point, lol.

[eighwoeifj]

I'm sure many people can relate to this. I like it, even if the rhythm was a little unstable.

[Myra]

This poem really shows how people are too hard on themselves

[Adam Faison]

Great writing, for sure one of my favorites!

[quarintine_deathangel]

It's an excellent read, especially the way you twist the ending, truly enjoyed and a bit more optimistic than most I've seen on this subject, Thanks for writing, and the read request ^.

[Brandon Mathis]

I love the whole poem is that your own style!

[DalainaRenee]

Lol this made me giggle! I can realate!! Everyone is at war with this! Great poem!

[Earthy Mumma Soul]

That's lovely and again very original, Interesting reads you have :) Like the way you put this together x

[Serenity Faith]

Thank you very much ^_^ I'm glad you like my work.

[Seyi Ojenike]

You know what? I don't want to talk, but one thing I'd say is that you are an awesome poet.

[Serenity Faith]

Teehee ^_^ Thanks so much! I appreciate the kindness.

[Abdul Batin Osman Bey]

I enjoyed the message and the connection between Mirror Mirror the wanting to be beautiful and what many people think of themselves, great contrast.

[Serenity Faith]

Thank you so much for reading ^_^ I'm glad you enjoyed it.