Standing silent in liquid reverie
Contemplating every single decision
Mirrors of truth reflecting back
Witnessing two ego’s collision
Imprisoned words behind sealed lips
Screaming minds deaf to noise
The inside burns with flames anew
The outside manages to retain poise
Hand in hand these souls twirl
To muffled music, they often hear
Best foot forward, change step
Emotions and feelings disappear
He never bargained for this
She never had a choice
Speech a foreign concept for him
She willingly gave up her voice
Now their footsteps echo off the wall
As they play a game of chance
Stubborn exterior with melting pride
Applaud for this ‘father daughter dance.’
TeeJay khan ©
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