The Shallow End Poem by cheryl davis miller

I sought you out in the shallow end
you do not wade out in the deep.
You seek today for a plastic friend
to come and go; not one to keep.

You bare a painted on, smile these days
it fools those passing through your life.
Casual acquaintance one and all
none caring your heart's rife with strife.

Each looking for a jolly time, which
your opaque shell; can now reflect.
With none watching how a crack has formed
your heart laid bare, your soul unchecked.

A shallow pool you've chosen to swim
thinking your safe from pain and harm.
Taking no note of those floating by
shallow deceit waits to disarm.

c.d.m. 1/2/16