The Real Me
By Talya Baker •
The Real me!
I’ve worn a mask for too long.
I’ve hid behind others all my life.
I’ve never spoken out.
And I’ve never been accepted!
I’ve always been the nice girl.
The girl who would do anything for her friend;
Even if it meant being bullied!
I gave everyone money.
I gave everyone food.
I gave everyone hospitality.
I gave everyone my love.
I gave everyone my friendship.
I gave everyone my heart!
And how did you repay me?
By slagging me off.
By putting me down.
By make me feel alone.
By making me cry!
Now I have wiped away those tears;
And I glad about being alone.
At least then I can shine.
And I can express myself more!
It’s time to say goodbye.
Goodbye to my mask;
And hello to me!
I’m real!
I’m honest!
I’m a fighter!
This is the Real Me!
Get used to it!