The last time I saw her, she winked at me, sharing a knowing look and a smile that could melt ice. Now they say that she looks nothing like she used to. Her smile has turned into a strained grimace and her jokes are pale echoes of her former wit. Shame on those who would rather destroy beauty than endure envy. Shame on them and also those who brazenly turn their heads pretending to be blind.
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The grammar is perfect! I was unsure whether you are writing about a type of bird (Cf. https://pbase.com/raypurser/luecistic_blackbird ) or perhaps a human. (Perhaps I have read too many comic books in which have names of birds.)
White blackbirds are extremely rare. They're white because of a genetic mutation. In Spain we use the expression “un mirlo blanco” in a positive way to describe someone exceptional or outstanding at something. For example: “A teacher with such patience is a white blackbird.” This post talks about someone who is considered a white blackbird.