This poem is for Sadie’s What do you see challenge. You can join in here: https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/2025/11/24/what-do-you-see-316-24-november-2025/
Can You See Me?
Can you see me?
Hidden behind the veil
of continuous pretending
the one that hides feelings
of inadequacy and imperfection
the quest for recognition
in every task, big or small
that leads to people pleasing
an inability to say no
and endless pushing of
personal boundaries
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Can you see me?
Hidden behind the veil
of immaculate grooming
sleek hair carefully styled
make up understated
suit and shoes
carefully chosen
but look at the nails
bitten right down to the quick
even the surrounding skin
is gnawed and bleeding
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Can you see me?
Hidden behind the veil
Sunday Stills
Terri’s Sunday Stills prompt is brightness. You can join in here: https://secondwindleisure.com/2025/11/23/sunday-stills-the-impossible-brightness/
The picture above and two below are of the sun shining through autumn leaves.
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