Behind the Polarized Lenses
Just laugh, people
The shades that cover my eyes can’t protect me
from the truth that lurks in the shadows -
a truth that pierces the reflective coating and UV protectors.
A truth that shines lasers directly into my soul.
I am not okay.
Laugh, if you will, at my jokes.
Your laughter is my elixir.
But it’s a temporary fix
from the pain that scorches my heart,
and drowns out my screams -
screams that you can’t hear
over your laughter.
What the fuck am I writing?
I don’t even know.
Sometimes it just flows.
Sometimes every word cuts,
like crawling through glass
or walking over burning stones.
But I just keep writing
and joking
because your laughter makes me smile.
Even when that smile is ripping my jaw to shreds,
and burning cigarette holes in my palate,
I just put on my shades
and keep
joking
around.
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Cathy holmes
Canadian family girl with a recently discovered love for writing. Other loves include animals and sports.
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Comments (14)
This paints a familiar picture of how we sometimes hide our current feelings and emotions. The use of sunglasses is a perfect coverup. Thanks for sharing.
Aw Cathy, I love this, and can completely relate. I often use comedy as a way to distract others from how I'm really feeling. Thank you so much for sharing this, it really spoke to me. ❤️
You and me both, all the time. I love that you share your laughter and your pain. Beautifully penned, my friend :)
Ow! My palate! Very touching. The pain of the joker. Beautifully portrayed.
This is outstanding!
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing this very vulnerable,e piece! 👀
This is so open and honest!
This is fantastic, just raw
Made me laugh a second time 😊
Yes!!! This spoke to me! Great work, Cathy :)
This moved me so much! 💕🙂
I liked your poem. You have a good heart!
Wowww this was sooo deep!
Beautiful!!!💖💕