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Lipstick anxieties

A one minute progression

By Sasha RosePublished 4 years ago • 1 min read

Rummage through the drawer,

To find a subtle shade.

Don’t want to give the wrong impression,

Maybe I can hide behind the charade.

Felt pretty with my hair brushed out,

Even my mascara was on point.

Took a selfie, trying to be goofy,

Why do I feel like I’m going to disappoint?

Cue the nausea, the inner self-doubt,

Who am I trying to kid?

Quick, grab some tissue, wipe it all off,

I should’ve just left on the lid.

Eyes well up as I clean up my face,

Back to the neutral and bare.

I shouldn’t draw attention; no, that’s not me,

Back to hide where no one will care.

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Sasha Rose

mother | lover | day dreamer

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    Written by Sasha Rose