Exposing the Ugly
We keep our ugly hiding in
shameful shadows
in the deepest, darkest depths
in cracks and crevices
pushed deep below the surface.
I only go there in darkness
when I feel I am alone
and come out on the other side
feeling ashamed.
It’s shameful.
I’ve always been one
to cover up my ugly
not with makeup –
no foundation matches the color of
the depth of my pain
the dark desires
hidden from loved ones
because I’m scared to face
what my uglies are trying
to tell me.
to tell me.
to tell me.
to be brave is to
reach inside there
and expose your ugly.
shine light
on my darkness
so you can shine light
on your darkness
and feel a little
less alone.
it’s what we call
vulnerability.
Mermaid Musings 