This was inspired by some of the experiences I've had recently within my neighborhood just walking around or talking the bus. Take from it what you will. No worries I'm a strong boy..and this hasn't been the first time something like this has ever happened. It's just that now since I'm more open with myself, and have a certain style...it's very easy to get noticed as my neighborhood is kinda conservative? idk lol.
You get on the bus
All eyes on you..in confusion
They look at you wondering what you are
And where you come from
Homegirl is over there trying to curl her lashes
And even she can take a second to stare
But what is so different about you?
Why are you getting all these looks?
It’s as if you are bacteria entering the body
And the passengers are the white blood cells
Because you look and act a certain way
Because you dress a different way
You are instantly judged, shunned...X-ed
You get out the train station
Decide to take a stroll home
It’s beautiful outside and the sun is shining
You walk down that block, minding your own business
You encounter a few boys, they stare at you
They stare back at each other and begin to laugh
Then then continue to look at you
One boy starts to follow you and say heinous phrases
You cross over to the other side of the street
It’s the longer route home with less people
The route where your house further away
This route contains less ignorance and harbors less fear within
The boy does not follow
You feel less nervous now. You are safe.
You should write a poem to your mom for her birthday! :D
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