Through your eyes

As I stand here and look at you.
I can see the life you have chose.
The lines of laughter and pain are stained on your face.

As I look around you.
I can see the things you cherish and hate.

Your eyes are filled with wonder and hope,
trying to reach your dreams.
Yet the closer you get the farther they seem.

I can see the wall of tears trying to escape.
Your ability to hold them there is weakening.

The memories are too strong.
The war of emotions is painful and overwhelming.

To give in, is the only solution,
You see this now.
You cover your eyes with your hands.

As the tears seep through your fingers,
you walk away from the mirror.