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Misunderstood
Once upon a brisk winter night
He watched from the darkness
As Snow danced with the wind
Underneath the bright street lights
So tired of all this hiding
The things he holds so dear
The one single wooden match
That kept his fire igniting
In his head he started to wonder
If I just step into the light
And start to walk amongst them
They would surely understand ... right?
And in that moment, on that cold brisk night
You could have heard a pin drop
When he mustered up enough courage
And gracefully stepped into the light
Standing tall for the public to see
With a smile on his face
He slowly removed the mask
And what was revealed was me
It did not take long
To realize this would not go well
when there smiles turned to scowls
I never felt so wrong
I tried to explain
What they did not understand
And showed them I had nothing but love
As I opened my hands
But to no avail
They did not want to hear
It was not their way
And the insults started to hail
Bully
Seducer
Freak
Abuser
Devil
Demon
Oppressor
Heathen
An icicle tear fell from my eye
I knew I made a mistake
They will never understand
I frowned, as I sighed
I tried one more time
But words fell on deaf ears
As I attempted to explain
But my fears reappeared
As the crowd grew restless
I put my mask back over my face
Insults cutting at his soul
Anxiety leaving him breathless
Backwards he stepped slowly
Away from the light, back to the darkness
Watching them return to their normal
Realizing he was meant to be lonely
It is a shame it has to be this way
But this way it will always be
Either think and act like the mob
Or be lonely for all eternity
The lesson I have learned
To always wear this mask
When i walk amongst them
To avoid getting burned
I will always choose lonely
If lonely lets me be me
At least while being lonely
My spirit and heart are free
So until i forget and try once again
I will stand here tall in the darkness
Like a sturdy piece of wood
With all the others that are like me
The grossly misunderstood
He watched from the darkness
As Snow danced with the wind
Underneath the bright street lights
So tired of all this hiding
The things he holds so dear
The one single wooden match
That kept his fire igniting
In his head he started to wonder
If I just step into the light
And start to walk amongst them
They would surely understand ... right?
And in that moment, on that cold brisk night
You could have heard a pin drop
When he mustered up enough courage
And gracefully stepped into the light
Standing tall for the public to see
With a smile on his face
He slowly removed the mask
And what was revealed was me
It did not take long
To realize this would not go well
when there smiles turned to scowls
I never felt so wrong
I tried to explain
What they did not understand
And showed them I had nothing but love
As I opened my hands
But to no avail
They did not want to hear
It was not their way
And the insults started to hail
Bully
Seducer
Freak
Abuser
Devil
Demon
Oppressor
Heathen
An icicle tear fell from my eye
I knew I made a mistake
They will never understand
I frowned, as I sighed
I tried one more time
But words fell on deaf ears
As I attempted to explain
But my fears reappeared
As the crowd grew restless
I put my mask back over my face
Insults cutting at his soul
Anxiety leaving him breathless
Backwards he stepped slowly
Away from the light, back to the darkness
Watching them return to their normal
Realizing he was meant to be lonely
It is a shame it has to be this way
But this way it will always be
Either think and act like the mob
Or be lonely for all eternity
The lesson I have learned
To always wear this mask
When i walk amongst them
To avoid getting burned
I will always choose lonely
If lonely lets me be me
At least while being lonely
My spirit and heart are free
So until i forget and try once again
I will stand here tall in the darkness
Like a sturdy piece of wood
With all the others that are like me
The grossly misunderstood
Published 14th Feb 2021
Author's Note
Its funny how even though through out times many narratives, rights, and wrongs have evolved. But one thing that never changes is that if you are not part of the current narrative you better get the fuck out of the way or be trampled by the mob.
I live my life a certain way that many perceive as different or taboo, and the few times in life that I slipped out from the disguise, one thing held true every time, it was not pretty. You find yourself starting over remaking this character that people are not afraid of.
The moral is Always be the best you that you can be, just be careful who share the real you with, and understand that even though EVERYBODY thinks they are understanding, the reality is very few people are.
This may sound bleak and ho hum, but it is my reality
I live my life a certain way that many perceive as different or taboo, and the few times in life that I slipped out from the disguise, one thing held true every time, it was not pretty. You find yourself starting over remaking this character that people are not afraid of.
The moral is Always be the best you that you can be, just be careful who share the real you with, and understand that even though EVERYBODY thinks they are understanding, the reality is very few people are.
This may sound bleak and ho hum, but it is my reality
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- Edited 14th Feb 2021 1:22pm
14th Feb 2021 1:19pm
Your bravery in writing this runs as deep as the honor and loyalty in your character. My heart aches at your past experiences with those who've been unexpectedly unaccepting, in any fashion. That pain there, it resonates deeply within myself. I won't placate you with uncertain or unknown reassurances, but I can tell you my truth, and that is eventually you'll find those select few who will cherish every, single, bit of who and what you are. (In addition to your potential partner.) Those are the ones you hold tight to, no matter what. Cultivating what you are willing to share with those of like minds, is never easy. Especially if you've been through the ringer and left with scars to prove it. Yet, it's worth it in the end. This piece was an epic share and I'm glad you were able to unleash some emotional burden ~ hopefully, you feel a bit lighter and a tad bit freer.
(also, a tiny reminder that I stand with you, my friend...)
Well done, Swagger
Much love and respect,
🌹
xo
-Blue
(also, a tiny reminder that I stand with you, my friend...)
Well done, Swagger
Much love and respect,
🌹
xo
-Blue
I dont need reminding, I know where blue stands :)
Thank you so much for your kind words
After reading it through a few times this can represent just about anything in society these days from religion, to politics, to the original intent, Lifestyle.
I find it so strange how especially in these times when everybody, it seems, wants to be an individual, that something like this would stand true, Apparently iti s only okay to be an individual if your identity meets the narrative.
in a time when everybody talks about understanding and acceptance, I cant remember a time in my when there was so little of it.
i think it was more of an anger piece then a sadness piece i guess now that i am talking this out.
sorry for babbling on lol
I appreciate you always and your comment made me smile blue
so once again i thank you
Thank you so much for your kind words
After reading it through a few times this can represent just about anything in society these days from religion, to politics, to the original intent, Lifestyle.
I find it so strange how especially in these times when everybody, it seems, wants to be an individual, that something like this would stand true, Apparently iti s only okay to be an individual if your identity meets the narrative.
in a time when everybody talks about understanding and acceptance, I cant remember a time in my when there was so little of it.
i think it was more of an anger piece then a sadness piece i guess now that i am talking this out.
sorry for babbling on lol
I appreciate you always and your comment made me smile blue
so once again i thank you
14th Feb 2021 1:26pm
14th Feb 2021 2:23pm
Thank you so much lil dragon fly
for both your kind words and for taking some time to read my work.
for both your kind words and for taking some time to read my work.
14th Feb 2021 9:27pm
Dear WS,
Beyond words. Have no words. Word bank fails me. I am always awestruck when someone has the courage to share a side of themselves with others no matter in what format. Somehow it always lends itself to my own growth and strength to be just a bit stronger for me in my own world. Hmm maybe I did have a couple of words available but they certainly didn’t do your write justice. H🌷
Beyond words. Have no words. Word bank fails me. I am always awestruck when someone has the courage to share a side of themselves with others no matter in what format. Somehow it always lends itself to my own growth and strength to be just a bit stronger for me in my own world. Hmm maybe I did have a couple of words available but they certainly didn’t do your write justice. H🌷
14th Feb 2021 9:37pm
H :)
you always have words, lovely encouraging words (inset heart eyes here)
thank you for taking time to read my work, and making me smile with these words you did not have :)
you always have words, lovely encouraging words (inset heart eyes here)
thank you for taking time to read my work, and making me smile with these words you did not have :)
21st Feb 2021 11:31pm
A very powerful and bold write for sure. There are many types of people in the world and I think most of the time it is the most unique individuals who have to wear those masks. To hide who they are even though there are others out there like them who are also hiding and so it's incredibly difficult to find them. It's incredibly difficult to be happy knowing you will be judged and ostracized for being different. I have experienced this and you learn that sometimes you can be so misunderstood that people will force you to fall in line or else. To blend into society perfectly or else. That if you go into the light you will catch fire and burn like a vampire. That you are a vampire feeding off decent humanity while you hide in the shadows afraid to be seen. Really felt this Why1skey. It is so easy to be misunderstood when you are different but remember that different can be the most beautiful and there are people out there like you.
22nd Feb 2021 1:27am
There definitely is, and do much you said hit the nail on the head. I think I said this earlier, but even though it started out doing to be a sad outcast spill. It turns out it made me more angry then sad the more I wrote.
I know there is others out there I have been the presence of so much beauty.
Maybe I see beauty in a different light than others idk. Or maybe I was just having one of those weeks ( you know which ones )
Thank you Kristina for taking some time to read my work and bless me with words.
I’m glad you enjoyed and connected to it in some way.
I know there is others out there I have been the presence of so much beauty.
Maybe I see beauty in a different light than others idk. Or maybe I was just having one of those weeks ( you know which ones )
Thank you Kristina for taking some time to read my work and bless me with words.
I’m glad you enjoyed and connected to it in some way.
24th Apr 2021 1:50pm
Sad but sobering creating a desire to dare again and again to exit the darkness and be real in every place among all people. Great poem. Thanks and peace, oral
