Speaking Out

Don’t speak. 
Your words are useless. 
After all…
You’re just a child. 
You’re unnatural. 
You’re going through a phase. 
Have you looked into getting help?
What’s wrong with you?
Why can’t you just stop being that way?
Why do you have to protest?
You don’t matter. 
No one cares what you think. 
You’re so annoying. 
Just be normal. 
Why can’t everyone just be normal?

Speak out. 
Your words hold power. 
After all…
You’re the voice of the new generation. 
You’re unique. 
You’re not alone. 
Have you thought about taking a stand?
What’s wrong with the concept of equality?
Don’t I have a right to protest?
You definitely matter. 
People do care what you think. 
You’re so inspiring. 
Just be you. 
Why can’t everyone be accepting?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Mccall Avatar
July 20, 2017 at 7:48 AM
What a powerful and wonderfully written piece. There is such a wonderful message in the second part of your poem Paige Well done. :)
Rodrigues Avatar
July 18, 2017 at 1:13 PM
Keep speaking out, Paige!
Clinton Avatar
July 18, 2017 at 1:17 PM
Always and forever! Thanks! :)
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