When I stand up for myself and my beliefs, they call me a
bitch.

When I stand up for those I love, they call me a bitch.

When I speak my mind, think my own thoughts or do things my
own way, they call me a bitch.

Being a bitch means I wont compromise what's in my heart.

It means I live my life MY way. It means I won't allow
anyone to step on me.

When I refuse to tolerate injustice and speak against it, I
am defined as a bitch.

The same thing happens when I take time for myself instead
of being everyone's maid, or when I act a little selfish.

It means I have the courage and strength to allow myself to
be who I truly am and won't become anyone else's idea of
what they think I "should" be.

I am outspoken, opinionated and determined. I want what I
want and there is nothing wrong with that!

So try to stomp on me, try to douse my inner flame, try to
squash every ounce of beauty held within me. You won't
succeed.

And if that makes me a bitch, so be it. I embrace the title
and I am proud to BEAR IT.