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The Measure of Beauty
by Lily of Lough Neagh a.k.a C. Dennis-Woosley
Sunday, July 01, 2012
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The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mode but the true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives the passion that she shows. The beauty of a woman grows with the passing years. ~ Audrey Hepburn~

The Measure of Beauty

When we see beauty our eyes are affixed

One cannot help but to be so transfixed

For in each mind there’s a measure we see

Our own concept of what beauty would be

For we do know the nature of man

Inherent biological nature they have

But truly to know what beauty doth mean

I give you an insight for you to glean

It comes from the way that a true laugh begins

Followed by eyes that will show it so pinned

True beauty is gentle and nary is mean

Beauty is something that can be unseen

For to see beauty you must look beyond

All of the make-up and clothes to be donned

It’s always a gentle and sweet tender touch

Given to others and never asks much

Always is felt from the person who gives

Always truistic and nary selfish

Beauty nary asks for a thing in return

Nary a flaw will be seen please discern

Do not be fooled by the make-up and clothes

Do not be fooled by the physical rose

For we all know a rose carries thorns

Making you bleed once the flesh has been torn

Look beyond what the rose cares to share

Beauty's on inside and outside is bare

It does not come with perfume or face

For nothing in this can beauty be traced

But look to the heart of the person you see

Look beyond all of the mind’s fantasy

For beauty is only found within the soul

Once found within its true beauty you hold

Carolee Dennis-Woosley

July 1, 2012

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Reviewed by Edith Wilde (Reader)	7/22/2012

Everyone knows true beauty comes from the heart and all that you do for others. You can't paint people up with make-up and call that beauty. You have it right my dear Edith




Reviewed by Jane Noponen Perinacci	7/1/2012

A beautiful gift wrap doesn't always hold a beautiful gift! Love ya! Jane




Reviewed by Christine Alwin	7/1/2012

...and 'True' is powerful, all else indeed then follows, a beautiful thing, no matter~ Christine




Reviewed by D. Vaineo	7/1/2012

Lily, There are so many snippets to what beauty is. It is the women who know the true meaning of beauty for they are always being judged. I look at women's eyes...Thanks! Deborah




Reviewed by Budd Nelson	7/1/2012

Lily, Once again i am after so many have already said so much truth here. You are a remarkable poetess and convey in very loving words universal truths. Your gifts expressed are the bounty upon which we should ponder and heed. The beauty in either man or woman is told in the eyes as it flows from the heart. budd




Reviewed by Sandy Hoynacki	7/1/2012

I am delighted that I ran across your site and this poem. You have so well painted the true image of beauty like it truly is. It is what comes from within. Oh yes it is... Well written Sandy




Reviewed by Diana Legun	7/1/2012

My very favorite line is: "It comes from the way that a true laugh begins" I love that and it can apply to men. Second runner up is: "Beauty's on inside and outside is bare" that is just sterling! I feel pretty beautiful just reading this. ~~ Diana




Reviewed by Gail Delaney (Reader)	7/1/2012

Thank you for this beautiful reminder Lily, this is true. It's what is in the heart that counts. Gail




Reviewed by Mark Huntsman (Reader)	7/1/2012

It hard to say what's already been said Lily. You are a truly remarkable woman with the ability to see reality and show it to others! Mark




Reviewed by John Domino	7/1/2012

Excellent poem Carolee, You inspired me to write more passionate poetry! Praise God! I see the beauty in the eyes of my lover in her deep green blue's. She also has a warm loving heart and soul that beats for two. When the time is just right and our passions rise. No thorns wan be seen from the rose of this man's eyes. Peace, love and blessings, John Michael




Reviewed by S Bergerac (Reader)	7/1/2012

My dear beautiful lady, you are so wise. I hope that all read the wisdom you so eloquently post here about the true meaning of beauty. I bow and tip my hat to you Cyrano




Reviewed by Ed J.	7/1/2012

It's a common mistake made by man since we live in a visual world. We seek visual beauty in our clothes, cars, art,homes and most everything else. All of which have flaws, we grow bored and their beauty fades so they get replaced. The beauty you describe is immortal and many times over looked or misjudged by perceptions. A bit idealistic without exception because even beauty has it's moments of lapse. Surely the whole person concept allows for being human. Wonderfully written. Stay well and keep writing Eddy




Reviewed by Ronald Hull	7/1/2012

Beauty is one of those elusive traits that is a combination of the soul and the senses. While mortal man cannot resist the beauty of a woman's body, they are also attracted to the beauty of a woman's mind. Her eyes tell so much about how she feels. Your poem so eloquently described that any amount of accessories is not reveal true beauty. In fact, accessories often revealed the opposite–a selfish person. Beautifully written with a very strong message. Ron




Reviewed by Terry Rizzuti	7/1/2012

Nicely done, Lily.




Reviewed by Jerry Bolton	7/1/2012

Yes, indeed, roses do have thorns and it is a perfect example concerning the outward beauty of woman. Still, we cannot help but be taken by this outward beauty, it attracts, mesmerizes and gives us a warm feeling. Only after the superficial beauty has done its job and has been the reason for a smile, a word, some kind of beginning. After that beginning is when we began to see through the makeup, et al, and find the true and tender beauty within. Great poetry, Carol.




Reviewed by Adriaen Valerius (Reader)	7/1/2012

Exceptionally wonderful, this really touches the essence of the word beauty. It couldn't have been said better and more beautiful I'm in awe Carolee

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