Me?

I look into the mirror

and wonder if I see

the same woman in your eyes

when you are looking at me.

Am I pretty?

Am I kind?

Is there great knowledge

in my mind?

Can you see love

reflected in my eyes 

or pain or sadness

that never dies?

Do you see beneath the surface?

Do you see beyond the smile?

Do you feel my soul’s turbulence

Do you think I can be vile?

Can you love what I hate?

Can you help me to see

what’s really there

what’s truly me?

Can you be my reflection 

tell me who I am

guide me to myself

Perhaps even give a damn?