Life's Reflections

The water ebbs and flows

Washing the sand from her feet

Then replacing it with more

She gazes at a shell

She picked up on the beach

Pinks and greys marbled throughout

One side rough and haggard

Bumps of time and trauma beaten

Toughen shell to protect the heart within

Inner shell a glossy gem

Smooth and polished to guard the soul

That once nestled between two perfect halves

What fate befell this creature of the sea

Wrenching it from the bosom of the silt

Taking from it that which it was born to house?

Contemplating life, she gazes at her reflection

Her outer shell, aged and weathered

Guarding a soft yet youthful soul

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

A beautiful and positive poem. Your words are true.
"Contemplating life, she gazes at her reflection
Her outer shell, aged and weathered
Guarding a soft yet youthful soul"
Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Jane Taylor Hardy]

A beautiful poignant poem....worded so eloquently. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[Anthony C.]

The comparison of the shell to ourselves as human beings, in regard to the soul, is created vividly and thoughtfully. This poem is both thought-provoking and inspiring. Well done.

[Zoe Marie Ross]

My Mother always says that she will never grow up inside, no matter how old she is or how she may look. I hope to have the same attitude as my Mother and the woman you write about. Well written :)

[Tate Morgan]

We all have this ability to see ourselves as youthful And even after it fades the youth still plays in our mind

[steppenwolf]

Like this very much; your images are lovely.

[Sami Khalil]

What fate befell this creature of the sea

Wrenching it from the bosom of the silt.
My faves in this well written poem.