Men Like You

My boyfriend plays the guitar
While I play with words
Fuckheads think you can't "do" art because you curse
But, if this is what the soul begs than it must be delivered

This poem is dedicated to the woman subjugated to the perspective of men:

My eyes wander to the peripheral of you behind the locker
A push & a shove and I'm already in
Begging for the air that is too restricting for a girl at the age of 9
I used to think you were so cool
But, school wasn't safe anymore for anyone like me

Consistently grabbed by those of the opposite sex
And opposed at corners before class rang out
I hope you realize what you've done
I started to curse to find my strength
And cried to find my soul

All was lost
All because of men like you.

Reviews

[PaintedBirdy]

your poetry is fantastic. thank you for sharing this and these. also, as a guy, i've always loved the articulate expressions of how chicks experience things, especially with cursing. so thanks ;) your boyfriend is a lucky bro; i hope/pray he treats you well.