“Well, what do you think?” I asked my reflection.
“I don’t know about pink, if you want my honest suggestion.”
“So, you think I should change? As I started rearranging
“Hang on, let me see it again,” it seemed to answer in haste.
“Never mind,” I insisted, “I’ll find something else.
“If you don’t like my answers, go ask somebody else.”
“I would, but I’m always stuck here, by myself “
“Well, that was just rude, I only did what you asked.” Then it knocked the mirror on the floor mumbling, “You’re a pain in the ass. “
I wanted to argue that she was being unfair, it must be really nice, only reflecting what’s there.
Then it dawned on me, I’m just too hard on myself. Why should I worry about the thoughts of somebody else.
I found my reflection in the window outside, I told myself, “sorry.” And we had a good cry.
“Remember, you’re the biggest critic and advocate for me, and I’m learning to love the reflection I see”
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Comments (9)
This is fantastic. I particularly liked it must be really nice, only reflecting what’s there, but the message, overall, fantastic.
How true for we should all find ways to like and love ourselves.
Fantastic flow and rhymes!!! Loved it!!!❤️❤️💕
This was so deep and so true! Loved this!
Needed to read this as do a gazillion other humans; why do we get so hard on ourselves? You are beautiful inspirational person in pink or any color you reflect. Deserve Top Story so more folks can up their self image.
The last part, so important!
This is deep and highly inspirational. Impressive work, Kelli!
Your reflection is your best friend though
Beautiful.