Woman In The Mirror

Cherry

By skinner_jennifer

Sun, 05 Jan 2020
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I gaze at parallel image

smiling back at me,

those sparkling eyes

full of age old wisdom,

we are like two separate

entities though entirely whole,

 

she has aged yet I have not...

well! Maybe in body, but mind

is still that once upon a time teen,

a seeker of thrills that's what I was;

eager with anticipation like voyagers

discovering new lands.

 

She replicates me...yet is like a stranger,

her whirlwind has slowed down hidden

behind childhood petticoats once worn,

hiding trivial modesty of what's beneath,

 

my inadequacies such as they are,

retreat while mind chatters away

on diverse matters, some tedious

while others are agreeable,

 

leaving me to unwrap thoughts like

removing pretty wrapping paper,

discovering the surprise inside;

excitement at yet another creation unfolding,

my shortcomings for a moment forgotten.

 

 

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Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

I know just how you feel!

 

Submitted by mickleinapickle on

In the words of the old song... 'we were so much older then, we're younger than that now'. Enjoyed the read!

 

Submitted by celticman on

yes, there's a part of us that doesn't age, but wherever I put mine I can't find it. 

 

Submitted by onemorething on

I like the idea of you and your reflection being two separate entities. Left me feeling thoughtful. :)

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Thanks insert, glad I'm not alone. Thank you so much for the lovely cherries too.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

It's always good when others get your drift. When I look in the mirror I see my gran staring back at me, especially when I look at old photos of her. I'm just glad I lived while I was young and can smile at the memories.

Thank you for reading and commenting.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

I can't think what shortcomings you might have, your writing describes someone warm and kind who lives life to the full and gives everything back! The sort of person who is beautiful whatever age they are.

 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Ha, ha, I know how you feel Jack. Can't believe I'll be picking up my old age pension in two months time...just think free bus pass for this oldy,blush can't wait to join all those pensioners on the buses every morning on their way to town...that's a joke by the way! 

I always enjoy reading your comments, they put a smile on my face.

Thanks for stopping by.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Glad you understand onemorething,

I've got this sneaking suspicion I'm becoming more like my late mum every day, never thought I'd see that day coming, especially when I'm beginning to look more and more like my late gran too.

But thankfully I'm still me inside and that's the most important thing.

Thank you so much for reading and sharing your thoughts.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Kurt Rellians on

Great idea and nicely expressed.

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

What a kind and warm comment Di.

I suppose what I mean by my short comings is that I'm a big worrier and extremely sensitive and tend to dwell on things too much, it can often become so bad that I get anxiety attacks. I can't do anything about it though, been like it all my life, I think I almost drive my partner up the wall with my worrying about so many things and often I'll keep it all bottled up until I end up getting all teary...silly I know.

Any way I do appreciate your comment and thank you so much for reading.

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Kurt,

If I can express myself in words, it's great to know. 

Many thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts, much appreciated.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Interesting last verse thought of unwrapping suprising ideas in your mind, and the excitment of developing them creatively, and that that is possible despite shortcomings and aging! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

It's always a great surprise when a piece of writing comes together and gives pleasure. How I feel when I've spent time working on a poem is very fulfiling and cheers me up.

I'm glad you enjoyed reading and thank you so much for your comment.

Jenny. 

 

Submitted by airyfairy on

A lovely piece Jenny, and one I certainly relate to.  As you said in your comment, I too look in the mirror and see my mum looking back at me.  I don't mind as much as I used to!  

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi airyfairy, 

thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts. Glad you could relate, now I don't feel so alone in my feelings. smiley

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

You are a mere stripling, dear Jenny, compared to us true oldies who collected our pension long, long ago but you have expressed what all of us - young and old – believe: that while our body may have felt the ravages of time our brain has retained the intellectual capacity and the freshness of earlier years and is able to find new and exciting discoveries. 
Well said.

Luigi xx

 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Thanks Luigi,

the one thing I do love about being older is the fact I'm a lot wiser.

I think in looks I've missed a generation, because I think I look so much like my gran and not much like my mum at all, though others may disagree.

I hope my brain still works as I age and try to work at keeping it active.

Again thank you for your comment.

Jenny. xx

 

Submitted by Tom Brown on

You are so kind and considerate Jenny (and of course talented!) I have always thought you must be very beautiful. As for me I just ignore the mirror.

And yes what a terrific amount of comments!

See you, keep well! Goodnight! Tom Brown

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Tom, 

what a beautiful comment and your words are so kind and put a smile on my face. smiley

Many thanks.

Jenny.