A Self Portrait of Me, Myself and I

For Self Portrait Contest

In the mirror, here is what I see

Pretty good looking girl looking back at me

Conceited? you might say, but I think not

But truth be told, I'm F-N' hot!

Can't stop laughing at the thought

Mouth typically open with foot caught

Pouty lips beneath Monroe dot

Chestnut hair, some black like night

A few plucked greys, and pulled out whites

Frown lines form at the unflattering sight

Long and soft with some loose curls

Hanging down, they reach the girls

Mix of hues and shades that swirl

Light brown eyes that capture the sun

Few crows feet but still look young

Heavy lids, yet I don't look strung

Makeup always, it's a must

Worn all day from dawn to dusk

Accentuating eyes that speak of trust

My nose is normal, about the right size

Seated centered beneath my eyes

It doesn't grow, the truth, no lies

My mind is a house that's always cluttered

Un-shut windows with open shutters

I try to stay focused but I live in the gutter

A smaller package at five foot two

Petite frame with good sized b***s

But still insecure, it's sad but true

Overall I'm happy with the things I see

I never really stopped to just look at me

But I think I'm alright and my husband agrees

Author's Note

For self portrait contest.

Reviews

[Jason Henry]

i think you've done an excellent job painting a self-portrait with words. i totally forgot you had put up a picture of yourself once i was in the middle of the poem. congrats on the win :)

[Dye]

Thank you so much Jason, I really appreciate the kind words.

[Angi]

Thank you for participating, Dye! So happy I could place you with Gold. Congrats, girl. This poem had me laughing and picturing the feisty little package that is you! Well done! Angi~

[Dye]

Thank you again Angi, I'm still surprised but happy that you presented a fun challenge that got my wheels spinning and forced me to look at myself.

[Angi]

You are so welcome. I love looking for new poetry prompts that get us out of the writing ruts we dig ourselves into.

[Rob Santana]

hahahaha, nicely done. Congrats on your contest win with this piece. Oh and I'm not buying that "I'm not a writer" crap anymore. You are a writer Dye, haha a very good one....CREEPER has left the building......(more like the puzzle factory)

[Dye]

LMAO....you crack me up Rob! Thank you my dear.

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I love it and yes that lady is beautiful not only is she beautiful but her words are expressed with joy and smiles.I think you should look at yourself from time to time .Your work sure is a winner!

[Dye]

Thank you so much for the rave review, I feel all 'blushy', I'm sure that's a word. LOL

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Lol blushy is good and I would call it a word,Your welcome my friend:)

[Daisie Vergara (Dhaye)]

Wow! With those words clearly describe who you are, I can say that if I'm the one looking at the mirror and those things are what I can see, then I will always stand in front of the mirror. You're beautiful, Dye.
Thanks for these words of honesty about yourself.
Nice rhyming scheme.

[Dye]

Thank you so much Dhaye. I am so humbled by your words.

[Luke L]

Great self portrait lovely writing miss. I'm not a huge fan of the different fonts and italics though I think it distracts from the content of the writing, but it's just a personal preference.

[Dye]

Thanks Luke. I hear you on the font, etc. It's a preference thing for me, but I appreciate the honesty and your feedback. :)

[SyberRose]

I love these self Portrait poems...nicely penned Dye...you did a really good job describing yourself to us...
well conceived inner voice...Rose:)

[Dye]

Thank you Rose, I appreciate that. :)

[SyberRose]

Congratulations Dye on winning the contest...:)

[Dye]

Thank you so much Rose. It was a nice honor to win and I feel so humbled by the praise.

[beautiful dreamer]

wow Dye you're absolutely gorgeous!! you mustn't age because you look like you could be my age and i know you're not! i love the poem great job.

[Dye]

You are too sweet. I wish I was as young as you LOL I have good genes and even better Photoshop skills ;)

[beautiful dreamer]

well...lets just hope i get a good mix of mine! keep my thick hair forever like my grandma and natural ombre hair forever. cause i'm bad at photoshop!

[Lily Mae]

There is always something sexy about someone who acknowledges their beauty inside and out. Self confidence is key to life and I love your healthy balance :) Well written..xo

[Dye]

I'm am humbled by your comment. Thank you again.

[Sheila Kline]

I didn't know you before reading this, but certainly have a wonderful idea of who you are now....and I like what I read! You go girl......be who you are, make-up, honesty, spunk - you seem to enjoy life with an extra dose of zest!!

[Dye]

Thank you Shelia. Whew...I'm glad you read this one first. This is me. :)