I’m fed upI’m fucking fed upI’m fed up of fucking genderAnd sexuality stereotypes Of “that’s because they’re a woman”Or “that’s because they’re a man”Or “that’s because they’re gay”Or “that’s because they’re…” To the coreof my frazzled beingI am fucking fed upOf peopleBeing labeledCategorizedBecause of thingsThat have nothingNothing!To do with genderOr sexuality. “I know a lot
Fear is not the enemy. It’s not a shameful embarrassment to be shed as soon as possible or fortified against. Fear is a friend calling out for care. When Fear first calls as a slight resistance, an aversion to what is in front of us, it’s tempting to turn away. Like a passer-by turning from
I’m tired of feeling deficient. Of wondering If a compliment Is being given Out of feelings of admiration Or feelings of pity. If the person is thinking “Aww how sweet.” Or genuinely respects me. I’m tired of worrying That my oddness Makes me lesser Instead of letting it make me more. And worrying that maybe
