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The Mirror

Posted on by Penny Wilson Writes

Looking in the mirror, I have finally gotten to the point where I don’t see the excess weight as often.  I don’t worry so much about the lines around my eyes.  I’ve come to like the streaks of silver in my hair.  These days, I more often reflect on what’s inside.  I know that I am more patient today than I used to be.  I see the value in friendships, relationships and gestures of kindness.  I’ve slowed down, not only on the outside, but inside too.  I’m much more content to spend time listening to the world around me.  I savor the sunrises and sunsets.  With the road ahead of me now shorter than the road behind me, finally, finally, I can love the image reflected in the mirror.  

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Penny Wilson is a freelance writer who writes in several genres. She has written articles for WOW Women on Writing. Her poetry has been published in online journals, such as Ariel Chart, Spill Words Press and the Poppy Road Review. Penny is a member of the Austin Poetry Society. Her poetry has been featured in the publication America's Emerging Poets 2018 & 2019 by Z Publishing and Poets Quarterly and Dual Coast Magazine published by Prolific Press. Penny is an advocate for Mental Health Awareness and has the page "Mental Health Help" on her blog. She writes about the struggles of mental illnesses and Depression. She is passionate about spreading awareness for Suicide Prevention and Domestic Abuse. She expresses her passion through her writings of poetry and life experiences. You can find more of her writings on her blog at https://pennywilsonwrites.com/ and follow her on Twitter @pennywilson123.

17 thoughts on “The Mirror”

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  4. What a beautiful line and imagery….“With the road ahead of me now shorter than the road behind me, finally, finally, I can love the image reflected in the mirror.” This last year (and continuing into this one) I’ve been working on my self-talk and how I think about/treat myself. I love the level of acceptance you show in this piece, Penny, and I hope to get there someday as well 💞💞💞

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  6. This is beautiful, Penny. I’m glad that you feel more comfortable in your own skin and with your reflection now. I’m not quite at the stage where I like what I see in the mirror, but as I get older, it is definitely becoming easier. I’ve stopped comparing myself with others now, which can only be a good thing. I feel as we get older, there are more important things to think about than material or surface attributes. You inspire me with what you think about now – friendships, sunrises and sunsets, acts of kindness etc. That last sentence, “With the road ahead of me now shorter than the road behind me, finally, finally, I can love the image reflected in the mirror.” That’s truly food for thought. Thanks for sharing your views. I enjoyed reading about them. Xx 💕

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