Dry Clean Soul

I tried to cover up my soul

as it stood naked before you

dripped dried, darkly spun

stripped of vestment's protection

you saw through the outer layers

built up over years of excess

dry clean bills &  starchy residue

stripped of lace and adornings

memories tucked in pocket folds

it bled through frayed button holes

spat out of iron's steam venting

as it seeped into all the wrinkles

 

I need not don a new wardrobe

no more hiding in dark shadowed closets

of old oddly layered ill fitting winter garb

acceptance finely wove a silken spirit 

Reviews

[redflutterby]

We long for acceptance...someone who will see beneath our scars and the mask we wear to protect ourselves. I found that in you and I hope you know that I see the beautiful person you are. You are perfect in every way...inside and out, my dearest friend and confidant. xo

[Frieda P]

Wow Red, what a sweet and loving thing to say, really appreciate you too dear friend, thanks so much for this....xo

[Dye]

I love your play on words, an the analogies you use in your writing are amazing. Acceptance is a freeing experience.

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much for your kind words Dye, very freeing....

[ANTO]

Confession is good for the soul - we all know that who would have thought that exposure was good for the soul? You make me think - hard - Frieda about the nature of the soul and how life can affect it and acceptance help to replenish.
This is very deep and spiritual Frieda and just what we need in these times of shallow and materialism.
Far from delightful but definitely necessary - a staple for us all.
X

[Frieda P]

Wow Anto, thanks so much for your thoughts here, I think we all crave some kind of approval along the way....

[Angi]

It is so hard to take it all off and stand there in the open. What a terrifying freedom it is when we find that person to bare it all to. Acceptance is the key. Angi~

[Frieda P]

Acceptance really does change people's lives, thanks Angi...

[Mehak Mushtaq]

A very moving piece. "I tried to cover up my soul
as it stood naked before you" I'm in love with these lines.

[Frieda P]

Oh thanks so much Mehak.....

[Justaguy]

You are always able to make feelings and thoughts into very visual effects. Love it!

[Frieda P]

Wow thanks Ron, that's quite a compliment for a poet!

[Jack...]

Frieda, today I find before my eyes and stunningly clad poetic beauty, opening her heart, standing before a window, answering a knock on the door, a door that has not opened in some time. I feel the joy of "acceptance" and the desire for the dream which had hidden locked deep within that dark closet. Wearing a smile that is genuine and in style with the days ahead fashions. No more browns and blacks, replace with vibrant colors and sparkling jewelry to match the sparkle now found in these eyes.

Your poem is beautiful, it makes me happy and it lifts my heart. the spirit which resides in your words is a happy light, sending winter away and welcoming a springtime of wonder. Very nice my amazing friend.

[Frieda P]

Wow Jack, you said it better than my poetry! Thanks so much, your reviews always make my day a little brighter my dear friend...

[icelandicblue]

From scratchy winter garb to silken fabrics. That is what we need. Our souls like our organs, most assuredly they reflect the wear and tear of choices made and deeds done. I love the title and the play on words that you so expertly use. And the word vestments totally rocks in this piece.

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much Anne, wasn't sure if this one was going to work, I felt it but wasn't sure it'd convey the same feelings, I feel better about it now...