Thursday, 24 September 2020

Poem of the week

 

Underface

Shel SilversteinBy  More Shel Silverstein

Underneath my outside face
There's a face that none can see.
A little less smiley,
A little less sure,
But a whole lot more like me



Source: https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/underface-by-shel-silverstein

10 comments:

  1. Dearest Jo-Anne,
    What a lovely and meaningful poem and I also watched the movie. No wonder that over 2 million viewers have enjoyed his story. His own voice, his music and everything...
    Some people leave so much for others to enjoy; even long after they've died!
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  2. I like the poem. It does sounds like me. Have a wonderful day.

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  3. Nice poem Jo-Anne.
    Did comment on your blog yesterday but probably was in a rush and didn't tick the necessary's.

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  4. I can remember reading his poetry to my oldest daughter. Nice selection!

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  5. Poignant and accurate for most of us I think.

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  6. I love Shel Silverstein's work. Hadn't heard this one before, but it sure is true.

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  7. Perfect poem for the era of Covid-19. Most of us have public faces and the one we try to hide.

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  8. Mariette.......Yes I agree

    Nancy.......I am pleased

    Margaret D......That's good & ok

    Ricki.....How cool is that

    Sandi....Cooll

    Juli.....Yes it is

    :Karen,..,.,.,..I am pleased you liked it

    Widowhood........I agree

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