All Dolled Up

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Once I was normal
I could sing and dance
I could cry and scream
I could be sad or angry
I could be happy or scared
I don't know why
But they didn't like that
They took me and emptied me out
They stuffed me with fluff and sewed me shut
They painted my face with a smile
They gave me blue eyes and long lashes
They stitched my mouth with a permanent grin
Now I'll never frown again
They took off my comfortable worn out pants
They took off my hole riddled shirt
They forced my limp limbs into
Itchy bright dresses
They forced my feet into little bright heels
They painted my nails
And gave me little bright glasses
And said "never again shall you feel"

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