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I Am Who I Am

March 28, 2011
By JustAnotherOwl SILVER, Unknown, New York
JustAnotherOwl SILVER, Unknown, New York
6 articles 0 photos 378 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;See, we don&#039;t really care who you are;<br /> Everyone is capable of looking up and wishing on a star.<br /> So catch it, so contagious, this day-dreamer&#039;s disease,<br /> And hope can be your sword, slaying darkness with belief.&quot;<br /> <br /> &quot;Sanctuary&quot;- Paradise Fears


What are you saying? I can’t be not me!
Really, truly, there’s no one else I can be

I can change my clothes or even my name
But don’t you see? I’ll always be the same

You can tell other what to do, that’s fine
But honestly, I don’t need to fit your design

I’ll always love music- silly’s the best
Even if it’s “uncool”, I’ll still ace my tests

I always love to sing as loud as I can
I suppose, when I’m famous, you’ll just be a fan

I’ll get those electric blue streaks if I want
And I’m a vegetarian- go ahead and taunt

Who gets ahead- the miniskirts or the brains?
That’s what I thought- now I’m not so lame

Really, I can’t help it, I am who I am
Think about it- I’m not one you can scam

I’m a dreamer at heart, I’ll be what I decide
Sorry, your dream of ruining my life just died


The author's comments:
Hmm...I put it under discrimination. Discrimination against vegetarians? Does that count?

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AsIAm PLATINUM said...
on Sep. 9 2012 at 1:09 pm
AsIAm PLATINUM, Somewhere, North Carolina
48 articles 3 photos 606 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;According to some, heroic deaths are admirable things. (Generally those who don&#039;t have to do it. Politicians and writers spring to mind.) I&#039;ve never been convinced by this argument, mainly because, no matter how cool, stylish, composed, unflappable, manly, or defiant you are, at the end of the day you&#039;re also dead. Which is a little too permanent for my liking.&quot; &mdash; Jonathan Stroud (Ptolemy&#039;s Gate)

This isn't my favorite thing you've done, but not because it isn't good. The tone just seems to be a little overly cheerful. If you wanted it to sound "peppy" this is perfect, but if that's not what you were going for, maybe trying a more complicated rhyme scheme would help. It is very good though - the only actual flaw is the typo - "other" should be "others".

on Jan. 29 2012 at 4:43 pm
beautifulspirit PLATINUM, Alpharetta, Georgia
35 articles 0 photos 1398 comments

Favorite Quote:
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.<br /> --Eleanor Roosevelt

Thanks so much!! Although you already did in the forums...

on Jan. 29 2012 at 4:40 pm
JustAnotherOwl SILVER, Unknown, New York
6 articles 0 photos 378 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;See, we don&#039;t really care who you are;<br /> Everyone is capable of looking up and wishing on a star.<br /> So catch it, so contagious, this day-dreamer&#039;s disease,<br /> And hope can be your sword, slaying darkness with belief.&quot;<br /> <br /> &quot;Sanctuary&quot;- Paradise Fears

Thank you! (: I will check out your piece right now!

on Jan. 29 2012 at 3:54 pm
beautifulspirit PLATINUM, Alpharetta, Georgia
35 articles 0 photos 1398 comments

Favorite Quote:
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.<br /> --Eleanor Roosevelt

Hey if you don't mind, could you please comment on my Art of the Muses page please?

on Jan. 29 2012 at 3:47 pm
beautifulspirit PLATINUM, Alpharetta, Georgia
35 articles 0 photos 1398 comments

Favorite Quote:
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.<br /> --Eleanor Roosevelt

So cool~ I actually think that this is a good start for song lyrics. The poem is straight to the point---no matter what you will always be you! I especially like the last two lines~ Great poem!

on Dec. 8 2011 at 7:23 am
Meaghan_Elise BRONZE, Franklin, New Hampshire
1 article 74 photos 139 comments

Favorite Quote:
The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything..

This is absolutel amazing!(: I LOVE IT!<3 If it's alright with you, can I post the link to this on my Facebook?(: I really like it, and more people should read it

on Jul. 7 2011 at 3:18 pm
JustAnotherOwl SILVER, Unknown, New York
6 articles 0 photos 378 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;See, we don&#039;t really care who you are;<br /> Everyone is capable of looking up and wishing on a star.<br /> So catch it, so contagious, this day-dreamer&#039;s disease,<br /> And hope can be your sword, slaying darkness with belief.&quot;<br /> <br /> &quot;Sanctuary&quot;- Paradise Fears

I'm actually a very sarcastic person, which surprises some people because I'm usually really sweet to everyone! Anyway, thank you for all the comments! (:

austenite GOLD said...
on Jul. 7 2011 at 2:23 pm
austenite GOLD, River Falls, Wisconsin
13 articles 0 photos 177 comments

Favorite Quote:
...one word from you will silence me forever. If, however, your feelings have changed, I will have to tell you: you have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love....I love...I love you. I never wish to be parted from you from this day on. -Mr. Darcy

I love this! It's the ultimate "You can't change who I am" poem - it's wonderfully written. Almost has a sarcastic edge to it - which is awesome!

on Jun. 21 2011 at 8:13 am
JustAnotherOwl SILVER, Unknown, New York
6 articles 0 photos 378 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;See, we don&#039;t really care who you are;<br /> Everyone is capable of looking up and wishing on a star.<br /> So catch it, so contagious, this day-dreamer&#039;s disease,<br /> And hope can be your sword, slaying darkness with belief.&quot;<br /> <br /> &quot;Sanctuary&quot;- Paradise Fears

Thank you! (: Feedback is greatly appreciated!

CarolynQ GOLD said...
on Jun. 17 2011 at 6:40 pm
CarolynQ GOLD, Manalapan, New Jersey
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Unique as you are. And you're absolutely right you never need to fit someone else's design... that was my abs. fav line btw. haha perfect.

on Jun. 4 2011 at 2:36 pm
JustAnotherOwl SILVER, Unknown, New York
6 articles 0 photos 378 comments

Favorite Quote:
&quot;See, we don&#039;t really care who you are;<br /> Everyone is capable of looking up and wishing on a star.<br /> So catch it, so contagious, this day-dreamer&#039;s disease,<br /> And hope can be your sword, slaying darkness with belief.&quot;<br /> <br /> &quot;Sanctuary&quot;- Paradise Fears

Thank you! Aw, you always leave such sweet comments! Thanks for taking the time and looking at ALL of my work! I really appreciate it.

on Jun. 3 2011 at 10:04 pm
HaleyDRog. GOLD, Easley, South Carolina
11 articles 14 photos 291 comments

Favorite Quote:
In three words I can sum up everything I&#039;ve learned about life. It goes on. -Robert Frost

I absolutely love the way you write. You have a way of saying so much in just a few stanzas. Great job!

.Izzy. BRONZE said...
on May. 27 2011 at 4:39 pm
.Izzy. BRONZE, Broadview Heights, Ohio
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I really liked this poem and it had a strong message. Good job!