I was born
into a destiny I didn't want
I remain unashamed-
I am not to blame
for natures mistake.
Oh, how nice it would be
to match
exactly
who I am inside..
For every box I am forced to mark
on every "gender" question is not
the truth.
A destiny I didn't want..
Gender seems like such a fickle thing.
Most take for granted just how easy
it is to belong to
your reflection.
"Fag" they accuse
but that is not the truth.
I desire exactly the opposite.
To explain is nearly impossible though
because people do not want to hear
for fear
of the truth.
Open minds risk uncertainty.
Bitterness
Jealousy
and Loneliness
knock frequently
but I'm not interested, thanks.
Try next door.
Hope is not easy to keep grip;
but the alternative is much worse
than to live.
And even though keeping
your chin up increases your risk
of falling down,
I still strive for the ability to stand
once again.
Author notes
Picture credit: Manhood? by ~VerdantCHaos
http://verdantchaos.deviantart.com/art/Manhood-54305133
I put myself in the position of a boy born in a woman's body.
In a list
A contest entry
- If I Were... by Walking Oxymoron.
700 points, ended December 20, 2008, 7 entries
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but I'm not interested, thanks.
Try next door.
I LOVE that!! It's so blasé, almost like you've accepted you're not 'normal' so everyone else should too.. Thta's the way way it should be!
Love it!!
And I think you should stand proud! -
Acceptance
and Tolerance are two things that come to mind when i read this poem, and i wish more people had those attributes.
the last stanza is powerful. breathtaking.
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Wowzers.
This is incredibly; you took that prompt and went to a place few dare venture. I am not sure if this is personal, if it isn't then damn you are an amazing poet to be able to capture the essence of emotions and thoughts so flawlessly
Stunning poem; this belongs printed somewhere for people who do feel this to read
Best of Luck
♥
Stay safe
~Manda
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This is a really interesting and thought-provoking write. Thank you for sharing with us.
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People don't care to care
I'm not part of this
But I can see the tragedy
My kin, my sister
She's in the crowd
Shunned by all, I embrace her.
And of all the kindred spirits
On all the poetry sites
I stumble upon one broken soul
Marching through the muck
Despite the opposition
And the destiny she didn't want
Would stay with her forever
And they will not see it
For they are blind
And I am taken aback
By the gentle words
That pack explosives on their backs
And I too, am outside
Begging for truth
Longing for justice
For all, not some
And though open minds risk uncertainty
Closed minds breed infection
And uncertainty is vital to progress
For knowledge is anathema to discovery
This poem hit me so hard I had to write a poem in the quick comment box.
This is an outstanding cry to all homosexuals to unite in carrying on the good fight. Taking down those right-wing pigeons one peg at a time, until order is brought to the world for the first time. You are truly a remarkable soul, and your minimalistic yet beautifully ornate oratory on your inner struggle here is brilliantly awe-inspiring.
I, myself, am a bi-sexual supporter of NORML (National Organization for the Reformation of Marijuana Laws) and harbor quite a bit of resentment towards the right wing.
Keep writing, best of luck
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Amazing!
You did such an awesome job with this piece.
Words can't describe it. I mean most people don't even see the wrong they do when they do the accussing.. Never looking at themselves before hand. Great job!
-Mandi *dances*
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This is a great write here and loved it! You did so well with this prompt
good luck to you 
"Fag" they accuse
but that is not the truth.
I desire exactly the opposite.
To explain is nearly impossible though
because people do not want to hear
for fear
of the truth.
Open minds risk uncertainty.
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