Vanity Poem by Vinaya Joseph

In mirrored halls where echoes fade,
Vanity strides with proud parade.
A mask adorned, a facade's embrace,
Conceals the soul, its truest face.

In gilded frames and polished sheen,
Reflections dance, a fleeting scene.
But beneath the gloss, a hollow core,
Where shadows lurk forevermore.

Yet still we chase the fleeting gleam,
In pursuit of an elusive dream.
For vanity's allure holds sway,
Until we learn to find our way.

To see beyond the surface shine,
To cherish what is truly thine.
For beauty lies in depths untold,
In hearts of warmth, in souls of gold.