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She’s just like him
Words of wisdom from a child
He keeps his distance
Stands his ground
I had never seen her
But became acutely aware of her on that April morning
You know that feeling when someone is looking at you behind your back?
I turn to look
She penetrated my gaze
Followed me out the door
I turned once again
Laser-like, strong in my volley
I sensed an artist of insinuation in my midst
I knew we would meet again
I began to notice and be alert for her comings and goings
She was easy to spot
Devoid of femininity
Nearly transparent in nature
Rail-thin
Her body a void
Dressing as a slacker social climber
Expensive jeans
made by poor souls in Bangladesh no doubt
The Designer Look that lacks originality
She appears to be his twin
A mirror image of him
As the seasons change, she creates a perch in the shop
A table by the window for her phone, Ipad and coffee
Trying to look earnest and important
She is a user of men
Flaunting her wiles for her own gain
Acting helpless while they lick her feet
I cannot warn them
I can only watch
Be careful my boy says
Keep quiet
Those behind the counter are trained to smile
but are aware of her guile
Her mission with me is incomplete
I am replete with stellar intuition
and spiritual revelation
I can handle any situation
My grace and style help me walk the mile
She hasn’t been around in a long, long while
Building A Life Of Hope 
What an extraordinary poem. I’m glad she hasn’t been around in a long while.
Me too. It was a test of my growth and I passed!
I love your poetry and this piece is beautiful!
Thank you very much Sharon. The challenge is helping me grow as a writer. Plus, I get to work through things in the world of words!
I love the quote you used as a starter to your poem. Wise words.
Living gently has a greater impact on others in the long run, I think.
I agree with you. You also tend to enjoy life more I think.
You brought her to life — I could see her sitting there, and the effect she had on men. I’m glad you passed the test, and you haven’t had to deal with her for a very long time!
I realize now that her appearances were for a reason more so than the usual small town nonsense. When I look at it as a sign from the universe, I allowed myself to look deeper into my own self and healing and come out the better and stronger person as a result.