A FADING STAR

aging can be a cruel thing

Once, she shined so brightly in the spotlight
Now, her bloom has peeled away, a petal at a time
The reign of grey has overtaken a portrait of vibrant color
Still respected
Still adored
But no longer relevant in the modern world of celebrity

When all the stars have been placed before your feet
How do you fill the void of no longer being the object of desire?
She has not aged gracefully
An excess of hidden vices have taken a toll on her physical appearance
Life for her is no longer evolving, it has evolved in full
Although her glow has dimmed, we still must look up at the sky to find her

She remains above us all...always

Author's Note

This was inspired by a recent photo of a famous 70s actress who has suffered a long fall from grace and taken to hard times

Reviews

[lightsong]

it's a shame... completely shame, when icons and stars cast away in that way, why? maybe because they can't be a money tool like they were once before... Your poem is very touching, I can feel what she might be feeling if she read it, Your ending is wonderful, like it should be, and maybe Your words can be a voice to those who must listen... maybe...

[Dave]

Sometimes, I suppose, that it is best that we only remember what they looked like when we adored them. When we were in love with them because we forget that for all their beauty, they are human.They are threatened by the same vices that afflict us, yet we miss them all the more.

Take care - Dave

[Tina Louise UK]

Such a beautiful heart stirring read, enjoyed :) x

[sette]

and with this reality indeed bites

[mae23]

Beautiful and touching description of a faded beauty.
"The reign of grey has overtaken a portrait of vibrant color" - such lovely writing!