Princess

peto

The waterfall of tears she drops 

Wreak havoc long before they stop

The sirens scream approaching cops

A wallflower in a dress

 

They bag and tag the hearts she stole 

Enticed by dances on her pole

A death row stretch without parole 

A wallflower in a dress 

 

Less backbone than a jellyfish 

Would never dare yet always wish 

A sample for her petri dish 

A wallflower in a dress 

 

The darting eyes he found so sweet 

Torpedoed his entire fleet 

A bug that's crushed beneath her feet 

A wallflower in a dress 

 

With head held high she slowly Wades

Through champagne mixed with razor blades 

Her heart dead set on future raids 

The warrior princess 

 

 

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  • sorenbarrett

    With vivid imagery this poem paints quite a picture and for that a fave. Well done

    • peto

      Many thanks soren
      I truly appreciate your time to read and comment

      • sorenbarrett

        You are most welcome

      • Teddy.15

        Sounds to me like a warning ⚠️ 🤣 fabulous imagery 🌹

        • peto

          TEDDY
          Lovely to see you
          Extremely grateful for your encouragement

          • Teddy.15

            Return the favour at least with a like sometimes. 🌹

          • Friendship

            Well written, my friend, a powerful poem. Your poem explores the duality of a woman's experience—her fragility contrasted with her strength. It portrays her as a "wallflower," suggesting she is often overlooked or underestimated, yet she possesses an inner resilience and a desire for agency. The recurring imagery of tears, battles, and transformation illustrates her journey through emotional turmoil and societal expectations.

            • peto

              I enjoyed reading this review
              You go in depth and so far
              Nail it
              Appreciate your time
              Many thanks

            • Poetic Licence

              A lovely write, don't judge on appearance's, it can be a completely different person on the inside, enjoyed the read

              • peto

                Oh appearance can be deceptive no doubt
                Thank you pl

                • Poetic Licence

                  You are very welcome

                • hzugman

                  Look but no touch doesn't get you much. Rev the engine then let out the clutch. Not sure what that means but I enjoyed your poem.

                  • peto

                    A poem as a review
                    Many thanks my friend

                  • Bella Shepard

                    This feme fatale hides behind the guise of a wallflower to lure her prey? How alluringly deceptive. You paint a picture with words that is quite stunning. Great Write!

                    • peto

                      Sharp as a tack as ever Bella
                      Thank you very much
                      Lovely to see you

                    • Tony Grannell

                      Hello, peto,

                      A warrior in a wallflower dress, beware the facade in this splendid composition. Great poetry, rhyme, rhythm and theme; in all without a doubt. Well done indeed.

                      Kind regards,

                      Tony.

                      • peto

                        Hi Tony
                        Nice to meet you
                        Thank you very much for such inspiring words
                        Much appreciated

                      • NafisaSB

                        oh wow - what a strong lady - hope she inspires all the young girls to be a bit more intrepid - though the generation these days does not need much help in that department

                        • peto

                          Thank you nafisa
                          Apologies for late reply

                          • NafisaSB

                            most welcome - no need to apologize - i too had a hectic time - so can understand the reason
                            take care - have a good day



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