Perfectionist

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By bedazzled •

I have always strived hard to gain my family's pride, I set the standard for myself but the bar is too high, I won't be satisfied with anything less than my best, Leaving me shattered when I only achieve a test, My hair is curly which drives me completely crazy, I scold myself for not doing more when I am feeling lazy, If while I'm doing artwork my hand happens to slip, I screw it up and start again because it's not perfect, I look in the mirror and I really want to scream, Faced with reality when I want to live a dream, For yes a perfect life will remain a dream to me, No matter how hard I try to slip into fantasy, The worries that plague my mind aren't easily ignored, It's hard being a pefectionist when your life is so flawed.

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December 13, 2005 02:06waterlily

yeah i hear ya darling

June 14, 2006 03:12Unknown

OMG! This is the story of my life! I totally understand how you feel and was drawn to the poem, at first, for just the name. I feel this same thind everyday and you displayed it perfectly!

July 6, 2006 01:14 ~~~~GLOSTARG~~~~

great poem! you know something... a perfectionist will also try and perfect Perfection! I like your poetry style! :)

January 10, 2008 01:54Sheila

And so WAS the story of my life.Until I realized. As long as I can live with myself it. Well, thats all that matters. Hard place to get to in life but well worth the wait.

January 10, 2008 01:55Sheila

And so WAS the story of my life.Until I realized. As long as I can live with myself it. Well, thats all that matters. Hard place to get to in life but well worth the wait. God Bless You Dear.

February 16, 2008 02:57Simply-Me-20104

This isn't the first time I've read this poem of yours, but I just love it! I totally and completely relate! Again, you are an exceptional talent!

March 4, 2013 19:30Ruby1285

Wow!