underneaththe names,
the customs
the stereotypes
we conform to, and wear,
like a mask -
underneath our covers -
we are all people.
weare individual, unique, special.
each has something to contribute:
anidea to add, a talent to perform, a goal to reach,
that can make life betterfor all.
we must make the effort,
we must take the time,
to findthe good in others,
and in ourselves.
the customs
the stereotypes
we conform to, and wear,
like a mask -
underneath our covers -
we are all people.
weare individual, unique, special.
each has something to contribute:
anidea to add, a talent to perform, a goal to reach,
that can make life betterfor all.
we must make the effort,
we must take the time,
to findthe good in others,
and in ourselves.
This piece has been published in Teen Ink’s monthly print magazine.



Join the Discussion
This article has 1 comment. Post your own!