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March 1, 2021
By Acee SILVER, Lake In The Hills, Illinois
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Acee SILVER, Lake In The Hills, Illinois
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"If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor."<br /> Desmond Tutu 1931

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That's what a name is

You gave it 

When you're little 

Miracle took 

Their first breath 

They can return it 

Maybe even exchange it 

For something 

That fits better

You couldn’t know who 

Your little miracle would 

Become so the 

Gift you gave 

May not fit them

© Olivia M., Lake In The Hills, Illinois

The author's comments:

This poem was written out of frustration. I have to explain and remind people that my name is not the one on my birth certificate. Without my parent's approval of my gender identity making my name clear to others is difficult. 

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on Feb. 7 2022 at 7:28 am
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@Acee, I like this poem and I could feel your frustration throughout it...I personally know a lot of people who literally hate their names and they'll be more than glad to read your poem!!!☆☆☆