Contrary to Reality

by Justen Smith   Aug 13, 2017


Contrary to my reality.

Surrounded by people,
when i'm most alone,
Speaking hundreds of words,
when i have nothing to say,
Laughing the loudest,
when i want to cry,
Showing the biggest smile,
when inside i'm dying,
Most uplifted,
when stuck below the ice,
Looking at everything,
with my eyes closed tight,
I'm on a winning streak,
i feel like cheat,
I'm standing tall and proud,
i am short and hidden,
For the sake of my sanity,
i'm contrary to my reality.

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  • 7 years ago

    by Em

    A very great poem full of contrast and it made me wonder is this how you see yourself Vs how others see you ? Because if so that's pretty clever but also harsh because of the judgment.
    Great work

    • 7 years ago

      by Justen Smith

      Close, it's more how I let others see me compared to what I feel inside at these times, if that makes sense. However it does frustrate me that I can only write anything when I'm in a dark place, thank you for your kind words.

  • 7 years ago

    by zvikov

    Wow, this is nice and true. A poem which exposes your feelings and leaves you vulnerable is rare indeed

    • 7 years ago

      by Justen Smith

      My poetry is the one place I'm not afraid to reveal the real me, the reality is a facade that I hope one day to be both my face and my reality. Thank you kindly for your words.

  • 7 years ago

    by mossgirl19

    What a totally relatable piece...and a relief to know I'm not alone. I liked how you structured it, it flowed well. A warm welcome to the site, Justen!

    • 7 years ago

      by Justen Smith

      Thank you very much, may I add, I'm sorry you can relate, I know first hand the pain of being someone else externally.

  • 7 years ago

    by Ben Pickard

    I can relate to this one perfectly.
    An honest and well written first post from you. Welcome to the site, Justen.
    All the best,
    Ben

    • 7 years ago

      by Justen Smith

      Thank you for the welcome, it is refreshing to spill my soul, some what cathartic.

  • 7 years ago

    by Justen Smith

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