Wednesday, May 18, 2016

The Anagapesis

Artwork by Lauren Anderson


 "The Anagapesis"

The anagapesis is covered
By a disguise that is worn.
Onlookers see smiles,
But deep inside she mourns.
Her heart had been shattered
Throughout the years,
Yet she buried it under a mask
And hid all of her tears.
Her thoughts were to protect
Those she held dear;
To keep everyone happy
By concealing her fears.
She never imagined
she could be blamed.
For the cover-up she wore
Was only meant to hide shame.
The anagapesis uncovered
The mask now taken off.
As onlookers stand around
At her hidden pain they scoff.
Not understanding her love
Covered a multitude of misdeeds.
They jeer and point their fingers
When healing is what she needs.

                                               Schledia

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