Hiding Behind

by Amera

January 16, 2015

Behind the brightest smiles are the darkest secrets

Behind the happy high fives are the low blows and hits

Behind the loudest laughs are the quietest screams for release

asking, "Please?"

Behind the perfectly sculpted makup lie harsh scars

Behind the eyes brimming with laughter lie tears like stars

Behind the loud clapping hands of encouragement are hands clasped,

prayers dashed

Behind the first impressions, pleas for second chances

Behind the perfectly ordered life, chaos dances

Behind the liveliest eyes are tormented souls, shrinking in,

swallowed whole

But most of all,

Behind the happiest people are the saddest circumstances

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AmeraJan 16, 2015

This is a little bit about me. The popular girl with all the friends. The girl with the perfect family, perfect clothes, perfect after school activities. Perfect.Ha...ha.No. This is about the real me.The "Imperfectist".