I catch her gaze upon me,

My smile starts to recline.

For what I see. Alas – is me.

The reflection – “mine”.

She shrinks into the shadows

Each curve she can not hide

For try in vain, they still remain

And suffocate her pride.

While years fade into memories

Each layer a story told.

Beneath the dress, the too much flesh

Her heart beats strong and bold.