Make up counter

"Beauty is the best gift"
the make up slogan yells
Health is the gift
that keeps on giving.
©cih16, 21:25, 09.01.16

"I heard the news today, oh boy..."*

I've reached that awkward age
Where half-remembered stars
From my childhood and youth
From old television shows
Keep being mentioned on the news
If you don't listen closely you'll miss
Whether it's an obituary or abuse
©cih16, 17:08, 09.01.16

 *(line from A Day in the Life by the Beatles)

Bah humbug

"Something for me?"
"How kind"
Unwraps it
False smile
Sweet deceit
Muttered aside
To partner later
"I hope it has a gift receipt."
©cih15, 22:05, 16.12.15

Failed Deathwish

Up to my ears
In blood red water
Dy(e)ing
My hair
The nearest I'll get
To ritual slaughter
©cih15, 19:09, 15.12.15

Figure hugging

I have my mother’s figure
And I wish she’d take it back
Because under my matronly body
Extra weight, extra wrinkles - extra slack
Is my missing younger body
And I’d really like it back
But not enough to stop the chocolate
Not enough to exercise more
Not enough to start jogging, start yoga
Or find some exercise that isn’t a chore
©cih, 13:39, 08.12.15