Ugly Duckling Interupted: Acrostic
You Were Always a Swan
“Such an ugly duckling.” the others cackled, slapping the water in agreement.
(Your head ducked),
Under the burden of shameful stares.
(You swam away),
Inclined to believe what others say.
(You)
Couldn’t see the swan swimming smooth as silk on the other side of the reeds.
(Searching)
Inside yourself for true identity.
(Your answers)
Decidedly never came.
(You)
Ended the story before your clouded reflection cleared.
Intense…. Lovely poem. If only they knew that it was just a passing cloud, they would endure for a lovely turn around.
This is sad and beautiful. Mine’s the opposite, about a special birth 🙂
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How many never find their true value…the hope & love that was always there. This was beautifully expressed.
Hopefully we can see the value in others, and be consistent reminders when their own mirror does not accurately reflect their true value.
So so true! You did a great job with this post!
Very sad indeed!
Sadly true and beautiful, sometimes we can’t see through our present pains.
The title reminds me of “Girl: Interrupted” , a movie Angelina Jolie acted in.
<3
Powerful words, bkmoore. Thank you for the transparent and real talk.
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Find out that you are a Swan! Your story is worth completing.