In my work with the children in the juvenile justice system I encounter a lot of angry, frustrated and hopeless stories. Kids who have been pushed and moved all over and their voice is never heard. I do a lot of writing activities with my therapy groups, and I have been amazed by the quality of writing they produce, as well as the heart and truth behind it. The most hardened delinquent can fill a page with beautiful, tearful words. Here is one particular poem a girl wrote for me last week...a girl who wants her voice to be heard...
Just because…
Just because I’m a teenager
Doesn’t mean I’m immature
Doesn’t mean I’m rebellious
Doesn’t mean I’m obnoxious
I am unique.
Just because I’m a woman
Doesn’t mean I’m girly
Doesn’t mean I’m inferior
Doesn’t mean I’m feminine
I am independent.
Just because I’m African American
Doesn’t mean I’m a minority
Doesn’t mean I’m a criminal
Doesn’t mean I’m incapable
I am strong.
Just because I’m short
Doesn’t mean I’m discouraged
Doesn’t mean I’m not opinionated
Doesn’t mean I’m not good at sports
I am beautiful.
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