That Same Old Melody

Shh…

Be as quiet as you can…

Don’t let them hear it

Don’t ever let them see it

 

Sneak into the bathroom

Behind the comforts of a closed door

Embrace yourself in a shadowed corner

Crawl into the warmth of your bed

Nestle deep into silent pillows

Hold them near to you as if…

As if cotton intends to hold you in return

Smile just a little brighter

Fashion a few more tiny white lies

“Oh, there’s just something in my eye.”

Turn off the radio

Look away from the television

Put down your phone

Shut your laptop

Just don’t think for a moment

Just don’t do it to yourself

Bite your quivering bottom lip

Do it right now because they are coming

 

But whatever you do…

 

Don’t let them hear it

Don’t ever let them see it

 

Where is your mascara?

And don’t forget the bags under your eyes

Pucker those cracked lips for something pretty in pink

Curl all that lustrous dark hair

Slip into those white-tiger pumps

Laugh with everything you have left

Maybe even bat those thick lashes

Dance it out…

Just dance it out, girl…

Remember not to drink too much

Because they will talk about it

That word which will break your heart

It starts with an ‘L’ and ends in ‘E’

Tell them to take away your phone

Because you’re doing it again

Searching for someone who isn’t there

Bite your quivering bottom lip

And hurry as they are coming

 

Because whatever you do…

Whatever you do...

 

Don’t let them hear it

Don’t ever...

Not ever let them see you cry

Reviews

[Dr. YumnaKay]

This is so so so touching! I smiled at your mention of the word 'Love' in a unique way..
I think even we did show all these emotions, no one would really care.. Or maybe for a sec we'll be noticed or talked about but after that? We're all part of the big crowd, lost and left gasping for air alone...
Sorry that's just ranting about..but I really really loved this piece! My favourite of yours so far ☺

[Beautiful Intentions]

Thank you so very much for your motivating words, Yumna! Welcome to rant about as much as you'd like.:)

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Hahah I don't wait for an invitation.. You're welcome ☺

[Beautiful Intentions]

Ahaha.:) That's the best way to be.

[Dr. YumnaKay]

For sure ☺😉

[Luna]

Amazing...... Not only did you write a hearts desire but also you explained everything in quite a beautiful manner. its now one of my favourite. Thank you for sharing it :) Keep working hard

[LKBillips]

Your grasp on how to describe emotions of longing and pain are staggering. The masks we hide behind to make us look strong, afraid what people think even though we claim we don't care. I feel it here. Glad I came across your stuff.

[Coyote Poetry]

You made the reader feel and understand the journey. You made the character come to life and understand their emotion. Last line was complete by the powerful description used. It is sad. We must hide our emotions and the tears. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[hi_there]

I was biting my bottom lip while reading this ^_^

[Phoa]

Wow I really love your poem. It's so intense and real. As sad as these words are I find comfort in them. I loved when you described holding your pillow... I'm so guilty of this!

[horizon]

These are the things which happens with everyone of us some point of time..
You've brought alive Almost. Every single emotion. Or thing which is real and experienced by us..another beautiful piece...

[Beautiful Intentions]

Thank you very much, sweetie. Only the ones who have felt something real can know what you say to be the truth. Your thoughts are appreciated.

[horizon]

It's all my pleasure...always get to learn from you

[Hebe]

Very unique ....loved the description of the quest to find love. ...what we go threw! Just amazing!

[Beautiful Intentions]

I know, right?! Ahaha... Would go through it million times more though for my love.:) Thank you so much, Hebe! Your thoughts are so appreciated!

[Re-Pete]

the turmoil of longing for the one who completes us and what we go through to find them. love, we search for it but it can hurt us. it makes us vulnerable. is it worth it? very poignant. powerful and sombre. quite effective. title grabs. all around strong write.

[Beautiful Intentions]

Speaking for myself, it is absolutely worth it. Thank you so much for this utterly beautiful review, Pete!:) Will definitely be along shortly to return your endless kindness.

[Re-Pete]

yes, it is absolutely worth it! :)

[BBP]

I absolutely love this. I can relate to those words echoing in my head...fighting the tears that are trying so hard to fight their way out.

You worded this so elegantly and so straight forward. Almost song like.

[Beautiful Intentions]

Thank you so much, Bev.:) Glad you loved this!

[Glen Weimann]

OMG. This is really powerful. Such an inventive way to get into a world of wonderful observation. I have to confess that I'm not totally sure what the person is trying to conceal - the L ... E and the searching suggest it's all about someone important who's missing from their life, but this could be anyone from a person they've started fancying really intently right through to the death of someone with whom a relationship had been concealed from others. And I remain curious about that, but it doesn't take away from the power of the writing. Very nice job! Nigel

[Beautiful Intentions]

Aha... Nothing wrong with a little bit of mystery, curiosity, imagination... Your review brought a smile!! Thank you so very much, Nigel.:)