Ancient Alice

Eyes that follow me across the room.
Eyes that have such sorrow and gloom.
Eyes that pierce my heart and soul.
But, Alice you will never really know.

Eyes that have seen such a violent past.
Eyes that look away but then hold fast.
Eyes that forgive strangers in their job.
But, Alice your tears cause me to sob.

Eyes that hold pain when you flinch.
Eyes that reflect on your inward trench.
Eyes that once must have known to swirl.
But, Alice it was long ago you were a girl.

Eyes that must have knew a happier time.
Eyes that can focus past your lost prime.
Eyes that remind me so much of mine.
But, Alice men must have stood in line.

Eyes that see much farther than the haze.
Eyes that are some how are out of phase.
Eyes that capture my memories of you.
But, Alice your eyes will always be true.