Painted Faces Poem by Solomon Kobela

Pretty smiles on a
Face with dimples on the cheeks
Like a red rose blossom
Fresh, lively and a marvel
In awe of the display
I am lost in the moment of marvel

Moments later
Beyond the smiles
Lay a frown
Ensued by pain
One that wore off that pretty smile
And took the spunk out of you

Deep in the eyes
Tears begun to congregate
All in the name of pain
Yet; you painted your face "happy"

You cry silently and within
You, an introvert with much to say
But your words imprisoned by the thought of re-living the moment(s)
Can't let go?
How do you wish to let go….?
Flawless make-up
And or painted faces