you do not know what you want
--Isabel F., Adult
You love to be around me so you look strong
but you do not like to be around me because you feel weak
I may not be strong or charming but
at least I know what I want
The chip in my shoulder doesn’t go away when
11:59 turns to 12:00
I want to stay the same
I have to stay the same
Holding your shoulders high, your ego hitches a ride
I see your face contort into a grin
Brick red and effortlessly fluid
The flag waves in my mind when you speak
--Isabel F., Adult