Lost identity

notapoet

How can this be?

That this face I now see

Was the face of blissful youth

And everything yet to be

 

It’s now twisted in hatred

Misery and pain

My Life's hard lessons

Have clearly been in vain

 

Those once innocent eyes

Bright and filled with wonder

Now dark and full of contempt

From the dark spell I’ve fallen under

 

Drained of everything

That was wholesome and clean

Unable to remember what hope

Or happiness really mean

 

Staring now back at me

Are my eyes that now see

The reflection that depicts a face

I no longer recognize as me

  • Author: notapoet (Offline Offline)
  • Published: January 4th, 2017 19:16
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 17
Get a free collection of Classic Poetry ↓

Receive the ebook in seconds 50 poems from 50 different authors


Comments +

Comments6

  • WriteBeLight

    Yep, time marches on and it is marching all over my face, mood and attitude. Great job.

    • notapoet

      Lol, yes and mine as well, thanks WBL.

      • WriteBeLight

        Welcome!

      • willyweed

        this is a great write NAP.
        I really enjoyed it, its so relatable
        to many. wow! ww

      • Augustus

        I remember how nice my hands used to look before I ruined them working construction in my youth. It't what's inside that counts, and if it is half as good as your poetry you are fine.

      • Phoenix8523

        Very nice and expressive! -- phoenix

      • rrodriguez

        Insightful and poetic. Very nicely written.

      • Christina8

        Stunningly great poetry! I feel I can somewhat relate. Great job--Christina



      To be able to comment and rate this poem, you must be registered. Register here or if you are already registered, login here.