I am not a token.

I am not a prize.

I am not an item for you to have or hide.

To parade in groups or use as leverage,

Then deny and ignore to protect your privilege.

I don’t need a label, I’ve no date of expiration.

Your words are those of damage, whereas mine— of desperation.

Heed my words for my patience is fleeting:

I pray you soon realize I am simply a human being.

By: Anonymous