| SILHOUETTE |
| You're drawn in by the shape you see Merely a silhouette of me But it's not fair to be defined by a single dimension, a smooth outline You'd find out if we ever met I'm much more than a silhouette It's natural, I suppose, to be attracted to what we can see But keep in mind there's so much more between the skin and inner core Beneath the beauty you profess are layers of life experience It's hard to fully realize the depth unseen by your eyes Enjoy the view, but don't forget I'm much more than a silhouette Unlike the smoothness of a child the lines I wear are from the miles of my walk through life thus far A map that shows my route, my scars Turns I did not expect to make Unchosen paths I was forced to take Life leads me over streams and trails I sink, I float, I dream, I fail Among the travelers I have met Some only saw my silhouette But do I dare invite you in and let you see beneath my skin I must admit I have regrets and secrets I would not confess The pains and sorrows that I bear I choose not on my sleeve to wear The disappointments and mistakes I try to hide them for your sake You see me, but you know not yet The shadow of my silhouette If you could see the dark inside You might look away and walk on by For, like a moth, we're drawn toward what's beautiful and bright and warm And so, to win the attention I get I offer you my silhouette |
| (c) 2004 Sheila W |