Reflection Poem by Bryan Seyffert

My reflection has many sides.
Though I have taken strides
To fight the forces deep inside
There are only some things I'm able to hide
Some traits I choose to show with pride
Others I've hidden or at least I've tried

My darkest thoughts come sneaking back
In my mind and soul attack
Like a bomber from Iraq
Slowly my image starts to crack

Looking around I know they see
All of my detainee
Rushing out like an angry sea
Can this really be the true me