time and elements have
dulled the shine,
darkened the patina.
Used, broken once or
twice; repairs have
only strengthened.
While many share a vested interest,
only few realize its true value.
Yes, I wear my heart on my sleeve,
exposed for all to see….
but do you even notice
when you never look at me?
What a nice figure to use to describe the heart...the lines, the flow, are great. So self-contained and compact. Fine poem, Ginny.
ReplyDeleteA lot of truth in this poem... Nice write!
ReplyDeleteThis is short but packs a mighty punch Ginny, for this is the story of thousands upon thousands, possibly millions. Extremely well executed.
ReplyDeleteyou know, i think the wounded heart is often stronger than the naive one i was born with...and to still be willing to wear it on ones sleeve...is a beautiful thing...
ReplyDeleteI wear mine on my sleeve too (hidden under my pride however - so not many people see it.)
ReplyDeleteGreat poem, Ginny. The ending is amazing.
ReplyDeleteVulnerable and easy to identify with, Ginny.
ReplyDeletepulled my focus in and out ginny (great device)
ReplyDeletethe aspects of attention... i crave, but run a mile lol
coward that i am - i'll stand up and be counted on this though
you capture much. so well :)
The wounded heart learns to see more clearly and to love more passionately--at least that is what I believe--Lovely piece!
ReplyDeleteWonderful poem, and yes, your heart comes through and it is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe beauty of being vulnerable...it takes strength. Lovely piece!
ReplyDeleteSo honest...i AWLAYS love poetry that is just emotion poured straight out. You killed it with the last stanza- just raw/beautiful...awesome
ReplyDeleteYes, I wear my heart on my sleeve,
exposed for all to see….
but do you even notice
when you never look at me?
sorry for rubbish spelling....fingers too fat! i meant ALWAYS....doh
ReplyDeleteI think what draws me closer is that you do wear your heart on your sleeve, you don't disguise your humanity. Wonderful poem.
ReplyDeleteThose words ring like a slap on the face. Very raw.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful share...I like the last ending lines ~
ReplyDeleteI wear mine on my sleeve too. Beautiful !
ReplyDeletesuch a genuine and open testiment to the beauty of your sentiments. love this piece Ginny-- C.
ReplyDeleteGinny, you made this a strong, wonderful piece from those few simple lines you first showed me. Great job!
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