The boy that passes everyday, head hung low.
Hood over his head, his pace so slow
The girl, in impeccable clothes, such perfect hair.
With very rich parents who just don't care
Do you really know these people?
Aside from the labels to which they are assigned
Your English teacher, mid forties, divorced
His fifth time cheating she really was forced
Your older brother’s very attractive friend
Whom the police just recently did apprehend
Do you really know these people?
Aside from the labels to which they are assigned
The overly energetic and loving priest
Whose resistance to cocaine has increased
Your talented team-mate who scores every point
Her parents she always seems to disappoint
Do you really know these people?
Aside from the labels to which they are assigned
The next person you see stop before you assign labels
Just smile sincerely and ignore all the fables
A contest entry
- BEAUTIFUL life changing, powerful and thought provoking. by SeptemberFaith.
450 points, ended December 23, 2007, 16 entries
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I think you have a good idea here. I really like the point you are trying to make, however, I feel like it could use some editing. I like the idea that labels are just labels and just because someone is popular or has a lot of money, doesnt mean they are happy. Instead of pre judging, we should get to know people, give them our trust and friendship, and we might see that the labels other poeple pin on them, are completely incorrect.
Criss
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