Glass Jar

Remember girl -

you’re a gem,

a crystal... 

a diamond in the rough. 

 

Your uniqueness fuels his curiosity, 

your beauty is his pleasure, 

your body -

the home he has always longed for 

where he is loved,

feels wanted 

and belongs. 

Be careful girl, 

once your secrets are known

waiting for you 

is a glass jar 

where he stores

all memories 

of all other gems, 

crystals 

and diamonds

which have gone before you.

To him,

over time

diamonds lose their shine.

To him

eventually 

all gems and crystals,

though unique in beauty

all blur into one.

 

Are you,

dear girl,

another source of uniqueness

which is to be thrown

into his

glass jar?

Reviews

[barleygirl]

This is one of the most vivid & relatable metaphors I've read in a poem in weeks! That glass jar is a multi-purpose image! As a young woman, I was a "catch" & yet I had no self-confidence, so I fell for guys exactly like this, who wanted me to be an ornament so his friends would admire his prowess. You have these guys pegged perfectly & I admire your straight-talking manner (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Laura Kate]

It is such a terrible trap yet so easy to fall into. Thank you for sharing your thoughts Margie! Laura.

[Trouble]

This reminds me of "Jars of Hearts" By Christina Perry. Very well done though, and alas, too true.

[Laura Kate]

Thank you, I haven't come across this but I will seek it out. Best, Laura.

[Edie Blue Starfish]

I like the metaphor used here. And sadly, it's true, some just like to collect pretty things.

[Laura Kate]

Thank you Edie.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

unfortunate that some just like the chase...the challenge....and once captured, those become just part of the collection...
another notch in the belt....
i really like this metaphorically, Laura...
j.

[Laura Kate]

Thank you Jacob, much appreciated.

[Bryad Polis Valentino]

Starts and ends strong. Good imagery. The format is interesting and works. It's unique itself-like you. Thank you for writing this. You seem like a very nice person and I like that. Cheers.

[Laura Kate]

Thank you for your kind review, Bryad - much appreciated :) Laura.