Mislaid
The ache of my inner heart
Shines into your eyes
Irises turn to blood moons.
I am a mirror
Resplendent in pain
You investigate the glittering frame
Scratch the tiny diamonds with your
Acrylic nails
See yourself ugly.
At the edge of your lashes
Beauty stares through you piercing
The reflection falls on shadow.
Photo by Gabriel Silverio
Diana
This was a stunning write, Jaya. ❤️❤️❤️
deakdora99
This poem is so strong, full of emotions and I love how deep it is if you think about it! Great job, I love this!
Jaya Avendel
Thank you so much! <3
cafebeauty2021
Beautiful poem, thank you for sharing x
readandreviewit1
Love this! This is such a beautiful poem, I love the use of reflections, it’s so interesting. Thanks for sharing!
Sophie | Love and Literature (@Love_Lit_Blog)
Aw, I love this Jaya! It’s so beautifully written x
Corinne
Oh I can see this poem like a vivid dream. It’s wonderful.
Corinne x
barbaraleaver
The reflection of ourselves in other people sometimes isn’t what we expect. Great work!
Jeff Flesch
I love the reflective quality of this piece, and the way you play with the dark, light, and shadow. Additionally, the way the light pierces the darkness, yet we know the darkness still resides because there is still shadow. Alas, light, dark, and shadow are all transitory, just like reflections and ourselves. Super deep, and beautiful!
Jaya Avendel
Your comment, Jeff, lights up my heart. Thank you!
Jeff Flesch
That is so lovely to know, Jaya. You’re most welcome. Always!
Lou Farrell
Great poem, the flow of it was very good and I love the imagery you have ascribed to the acerbic nature of beauty. I enjoyed it very much.
Simply Alex Jean
Wow what a powerful poem – beautifully written and so raw with real emotions. Thank you for sharing this.
Jaya Avendel
Thank you for reading so beautifully!
Dominic Alapat
A poem that conveys beauty and pain with sharp imagery!
Michele Lee
Jaya, this poem is a beautiful blend of raw and gentle. Gorgeous!
“Irises turn to blood moons” 🌕 💖
Jaya Avendel
Thank you, Michele! Love that you share one of my favorite lines too. <3
Michele Lee
💞
Anika
Love your use of the word “resplendent” with regard to pain, rather than beauty or glamour, really emphases the feeling! Great poem.
Jaya Avendel
Thank you, Anika, for your vibrant read!
minametry84
Wonderful piece
Artist/Poet_JayMoraShihadeh
awww very nice…<3
paeansunplugged
‘I am a mirror
Resplendent in pain”
Gosh, that line Jaya! Very skillfully crafted verse.
eob2
We often see only a part of ourselves, in reflection, it is the deeper shadows we do not wish to see, nor admit to at times. I particularly like the diamond/acrylic nail reference (real verses fake, however both can scratch deeply).
Jaya Avendel
Beautifully put! Love that you enjoyed the juxtaposition.
eob2
Always a pleasure to read your poetry, Jaya.
Ingrid
Beautifully expressed Jaya!
Jamieadstories
I love irises turn to blood moons. Great poem!
Fernando Rozano
I often think that shadows are a reflection of who we are, in everything and for everything we did and do. will we continue to do? in the eyes, another reflection shines.
Jaya Avendel
Such a beautiful read! Thank you.
Rayo
I’m a mirror
Resplendent in pain
Beauty stares through you piercing
My favorite words from this piece. I love how you brought beauty and pain together. Even the picture speaks volume. Well done Jaya
Jaya Avendel
Thank you so much, Rayo! I am particularly partial to the picture. 🙂