The mirror

As I stand in front of the mirror,

I no longer see that girl ,who laughed at the silliest jokes.

 I no longer see that girl, who was excited for wearing a new dress and a matching pair of earrings. 

I no longer see that girl, who was proud of herself for excelling in her academics.

I no longer see that girl, who liked to spend hours talking to her friends.

I no longer see that girl, who was the apple of her parents eyes.

I no longer see that girl, who couldn't stop rambling  about small things.

I no longer see that girl who lazed around all day without any worries.

Now, As I stand in the mirror,

I find a woman, who don't feel like laughing.

I find a woman, who don't have time to get dressed up.

I find a woman, who just keeps staring at her certificates with tears in her eyes. 

I find a woman who has none to share her thoughts. 

I find a woman, who is a burden to her parents.

I find a woman, who don't get words to speak.

I find a woman, who works all day without getting anything in return.

The journey from that girl to this woman wasn't easy for me. I sometimes wish, I could live like that girl but I forget that this society never allows us. You like it or not, you will be forced to transform from that bubbly and lively girl to a matured and lonely woman.Inspite of various circumstances,   I do behave like that girl sometimes but I find people mocking me for my childish behavior. Without having any way, I bury that happy girl again and transform into that sad woman. I hope in this journey, I would meet someone who would be happy to accept me the way I am. I hope I wouldn't have to stand in front of the mirror to find my old self rather I would have someone to make me feel special  and childish!