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Just Becaus

October 3, 2013
By dariusr BRONZE, Ferndale, Michigan
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Just because I’m quiet doesn’t mean I’m boring,

Doesn’t mean I don’t like to go out,

And doesn’t mean I’m not happy.
Just because I’m chill doesn’t mean I’m not fun,

Doesn’t mean I’m lazy,

And doesn’t mean I’m tired.
Just because I’m Black doesn’t mean I’m stupid,

Doesn’t mean I’m hood,

And doesn’t mean I’m Dark Skinned.
Am I boring?
Am I stupid?
Am I lazy?
Just because I’m chill doesn’t mean I’m Boring.

© Catlin W., Cogan Station, PA

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