We are mirrors.

We see ourselves reflected
in the gaze of others,

& what we see
is an image;
        an idea
apperceived by another;
        a collage
of constant conjecture
& depth deception.

We are mirrors.

We need each other
to learn from & uncover
the hidden centre,
    but
       anamorphic perception
& other restrictions
demand a constant shift of position,

usually what we see
is only what we find first,

& those strange little shapes
our final impression makes,
those strange swirling patterns,
shyly mock our vision.