She

She laughs at inappropriate moments
She has a funny sense of humor.

She doesn't understand
how people are feeling.

She cries long and hard,
leaving her face red and streaky.

She knows the answer,
but doesn't talk.

She knows the way,
But refuses to walk.

She sees the trends
but won't get involved.

She need not worry
what others will think,

For she was beautiful,
But in a different sort of way.
 

lana.W

VT

YWP Alumni

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  • Who I Am

    That’s me,
    second from the right,
    the one awkwardly scratching her chin,
    the one spacing out so far
    Major Tom couldn’t pull me back in.
    I'm the one who’s not swinging,
    or texting, or chatting.