They run away
when she is sad,
she plays pretend,
so they feel glad.
A smile attracts more of the same,
but tears cascade with profound shame.
When life is good
all hands are in,
but shades of blues
fade bonds too thin.
Forget the pain just dance and sing,
swallow sad thoughts and wear a grin.
She makes believe
but inside tries,
hopes that some truths
come from her lies.
Carries the burdens thrown by all,
but allies hide before she falls.
A hollow space
fills up her heart,
she prays depression
soon departs.
Slowly inhales, shuts her eyes tight,
clear visions spark an inner light.
All on her own, talks with her mind,
advice she gives is always kind.
“Others will act in their own way,
but never let your brightness sway.
Tomorrow will bring wants and goals,
hold every joy to feed your soul.”
A smile so pure caressed her lips,
as held sadness suddenly slips.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Beautifully written 🙌🏻
Thanks so much.💕
Oh my goodness, this is such a beautiful piece, Grace. It is absolutely magnificent! I love it deeply. 💖💖
Thanks so much!! I’m so glad to hear this, truly means a lot to me. Much love, dear friend💕
You’re welcome, Grace. Always! Aww, that’s so touching, thank you, my dear friend. Much love to you too. 💖
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She is a brave one. Talks good sense to her mind. Hope she gets better soon. Lovely story telling in poem. Thanks.
Thank you so much, dear Selma.I truly appreciate your kindness.💕
Wow Grace, life is full of so many masks as we’ve been trained to stuff emotions but this gal is a smart cookie to know what’s true and what isn’t so it doesn’t get the best of her. I do love how she is smart enough to know with these amazing lines at the end;
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““Others will act in their own way,
but never let your brightness sway.
Tomorrow will bring wants and goals,
hold every joy to feed your soul.””
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What a beautiful comment, Cindy. Thanks you. I really do appreciate you, my friend.💕🙏💕
This was so meaningful and mesmerising. I loved every line here. The great message behind this poem is truly inspiring. Beautifully written❤
Thank you so much for your kind words, Jan. I really appreciate them.So glad you enjoyed.💕
Oh my my! I’m not sure how to express myself here, this was more than just amazing. So many good lines in there, “some truth comes from her lies” this being one of them. This is really inspiring and uplifting, you surely know how to lay down your beautiful thoughts into words. Loved it, Grace! One of my favourites ❤❤
This is so nice to hear, AB. Reading this put a huge smile on my face. Thank you so much.💕
You’re welcome, Grace ❤❤
When life is good
all hands are in,
This relates to not one individual but everyone in entirety
“Portrayal of life in poetry, ,”
Amazing Grace , it a masterpiece 👌👌❤️❤️❤️
I’m delighted to hear that you liked it, my friend.Thank you so much, Reena.💕
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This is just so so beautiful!❤❤
Awe-mazing piece, Grace!💕
Thanks so much, dear Aayushi.💕
This hits home for me. There’s such a rawness to the first section describing her inner battle to try to be cheerful for others when she feels like she’s dying inside. I get that. I’m so glad she was kind to herself at the end. Self-compassion is much needed for all of us, yet not all of us are good at loving ourselves. Sadly, it’s something not all of us have learned to do. This poem is hopeful and beautiful, Grace. Such an important message you’ve expressed. 🙂
I am so glad you found it relatable, Mike. I absolutely agree, self compassion is a necessity. Thank you so much, Mike.I am so glad you enjoyed it.💕
A smile attracts more…surely it does. One more beautiful and inspiring poem from you, Grace! Loved it 😊💖
So glad you enjoyed, KK. Thank you.💕
You’re welcome, always 😊💖
Wow what a very powerful and emotional poem with awesome feeling and emotions
Thanks so much.💕
A truly inspiring message expressed through pure poetry
Thanks so much.💕
Mesmerizing. I’m in awe of this poem.
So happy to hear that. Thanks so much.💕
Really well put together, lovely!
Thanks so much 💕
Wow! Loved to read it!
Happy to hear that. Thank you.💕