If I call you beautiful

If I call you beautiful…

 

do flowers bloom within your worried eyes

surrounding you with color, with thoughts

Looking past the mirror to that place you have been,

that you long to be again

 

Do you bite your lip,

looking within, seeking past the darkness,

subconsciously smoothing the ruffles of your dress,

shuffling your feet a bit

 

Do memories flood your mind

of days before lipstick and eye shadow,

when cute was as common as wrinkled nose smiles,

playing inside or out were your choices

 

Do you roll your eyes and sigh,

describing a portrait that only you can see,

a mirage of impressions you have collected,

stored away in that file you reach for regularly

 

Do you brand me blind or crazy at least,

point to that one tiny blemish you know of,

turn and walk away kicking dust as you go,

shutting the door in disbelief

 

Or do you see your reflection in my eyes,

the woman that you are to me,

hear the affection in my voice, the truth

and wrinkle your nose once more and say, “I love you”

 

~

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

I enjoyed the complete poem Will. You brought the reader into honest and good thoughts. The poem was easy to read and you left me with a good ending. Thank you for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[willweb]

Thanks again my friend for stopping by

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome Will.

[Chris Shaw]

That final stanza is ace. What a beautiful and uplifting ending. If only I can hear a crowd of women calling out. Great poem will.

Chris

[willweb]

Thanks so much Chris. I am happy this poem made you smile.

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

I loved the 4 th verse as my fave
Great write
Well done !

[willweb]

Thanks again, I think the fifth was my fave. : )

[Nisreen]

Sweet
Very beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️