Shame

Why do people look at me as if, I'm fruit from a poisonous tree I'm not strange and wouldn't hurt a flea yet they act, as if they see a killer bee Avoiding eye contact, then running off I'm brand new and not feed from a trough I'm not beautiful, just a piece of fine art take a look, you'll see, what sets me apart I may look big but, I'm an average weight When you pick me up, your fear will abate You can hold me with your hand, to investigate If you want to learn the truth, don't speculate People segregate, perpetuate or regulate fear Please let me educate you, about my sear Put my butt, on your shoulder, and hold it there As you learn, practice safety and always beware I'm strong and powerful and benefit all mankind Vision and sanity required, I can't read man's mind I'm a new semi-automatic weapon with many a name Man made, blame his greed, insanity for the shame