I’m wrapped in face paint,
Golden blue streaks my face,
What happened to this place?
I think when I tried to run I tripped,
I think I fell up the stairs
The paint I’ve smeared on does nothing,
It’s still the same old me underneath
The realization hits me as I wearily sit,
Lower my quivering lids,
Try to prevent the tear from squeezing out
I pout my lips,
And spread more paint with my fingertips
The energy’s left me now,
And I’m left here,
Cold, blue, and broken,
Wrapped in face paint
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It's deeper than it seems
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- Photo Inspiration!! by EverxEnding.
600 points, ended February 11, 2008, 11 entries
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Comments
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Interesting take on the prompt.
I like where you too it.
The flow of the piece it's self is off though, taking away from the power of your words. It's a great concept though.
Good luck!
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