Enigma

 

Hidden in 
the misty shadows of our souls
our secrets lie.
They remain buried,
resisting any prodding or digging.
We keep them there
for fear of being judged
inadequate.
We carefully guard them
even from those who love us.
How odd then
that each one of us
has these secrets,
these flaws
which we are afraid
to let anyone see.

 

© Ellie Maziekien

061402

	478. Untitled - June 14, 2002

	Peeling away the layers
	of our soul,
	gradually forcing the reality
	upon our senses -
	the realization that life
	is beyond the present;
	stretching into the metaphysics
	of things that we cannot understand.

	Like a million shades of colour,
	that created a vivid landscape;
	every moment reveals another aspect
	of our lives lived -
	one more facet of the soul.

	Like the diamond held 
	infinitely precious;
	every turn in the sun
	casts both shadow and light
	upon the secret corners
	of our life.