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Long Sleeves

September 11, 2015
By futurista12 ELITE, Far Rockaway, New York
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futurista12 ELITE, Far Rockaway, New York
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Favorite Quote:
"And though she be but little, she is fierce."- Shakespeare

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They're a covering because I am not yet bold

To show my deepest secrets, to uncover my flaws

I am not confident in this is who I am

Quite reluctant to answer any questions with an

Answer that will shine a light on my past

Afraid of being judged, not realizing I shouldn't

Care who chooses to judge because they have

Flaws as well as everyone in this diverse

Multicultural world, but they keep me secure

And I feel safe so for now, every morning, I'm still

Pulling down my long sleeves

© Sarah M., Blairsville, PA

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