Mirror, Mirror

Mirror, Mirror

On the wall, placed with care

I see you everywhere.

Always eager to help me see

An image reflected just for me.

Don’t accept what others see

Mirrors reflect singularity

Avert mine eyes, look away

I’ll check back another day

Most reflections, I protest.

No attempt to look my best.

Rose’s lenses fade in time.

As happens when plucked from the vine.

No longer tint the blemishes divine.

Desperately hide, ashamed of mine.

Yet steady and clear, you persevere

Patiently waiting for me to appear.

“Take a look but please don’t frown

I promise not to knock you down.”

I’ll show your blemishes, no mal intent

But I’m the only. For you I’m meant.

We’re the same, face to face

Lean in close and call me Grace.