Picture Perfect Land Poem, by SheWasTheSun, at My poetic side

This is Picture Perfect Land

Where no one ever frowns

So sink your toes into the sand

Of this painted cardboard town

I hope you find it pleasing

For the ground is made of glue

No, you won't be leaving

For this place now has a part of you

Don't you try to scream

It's a futile waste of air

Note the carefully stitched seams

Along your lips, eyes, and hair

You're suddenly quite make-believe

Your unused eyes are made of glass

How could you ever think to leave

When your brain has turned to brass

We have everything you need

Granted, it isn't much

What does it take to feed

A plastic soul cold to the touch

Nothing ever goes wrong here

As long as you look to the right

There's really nothing at all to fear

Though the left is not a pretty sight

You're a lucky one, you should know

Not everyone has a place

The others, all they do is go

Claiming "dreams" are what they chase

But they're the poor souls, believe it or not

You, my painted doll, have it made

Sure, they have a chance, a try, a shot

But you will never have to feel afraid

In fact, you'll never feel a thing

No joy, no shock, no pride

All those moods are just suffering

Emptiness is a more comfortable ride

So let your bones turn to wire

And your golden locks to yarn

Close your glass beads, you must be tired

You've traveled so very far

I hope you like where you stand

And approve of how you're dressed

For you have reached your Picture Perfect Land

And you are a permanent guest

L.S.L July 24th, 2017 17:29
All i can do is applaud to your amazing poem, well done i love it
(Although i may not be an expert)
And have constructed my own meaning
Keep it up x
- SheWasTheSunJuly 24th, 2017 17:55
  Thank you so much! Trust me, I am no expert myself, but I truly appreciate your feedback!
- L.S.LJuly 25th, 2017 04:06
  No problem
kevin browne July 24th, 2017 18:33
well what can I say about this one which hasn't been said by the beautiful construction itself. it says it all my dear wizardry poet. it shows how you have compiled a great mastery of words together and sprinkled glitter all over it. its a stunner of a poem and a brilliant theme also. great work.
- SheWasTheSunJuly 24th, 2017 18:46
  You are so kind! Thank you so much, I truly appreciate your feedback!

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