Mona Lisa Smile

A smile coaxed out with the paintbrush,

Laid slick with the paint.

Eyes slippery with light.

Lips blotted with roses.

Nose carved from ivory.

Face gleaming and sharp.

Hands soft and subtle.

Lively portrait of a hollow woman.

Oils hide scars and flaws.

Strokes hide truth and reality.

Smudges erase time.

Forever encased in serenity.

Forever a lie.

So close to perfection and yet so far.

For your smile,

laid delicately on your lips,

subtly tells your story,

and unveils all else.

You are,

Mona Lisa.