Born twice cursed-
gender... race.
Therein also lies the beauty and my fortitude.
Being judged and misunderstood-
    builds a depth of empathy
        many will never know.
When they wish to inflict pain-
   I feel none but pity...
When love leaves them barren...
   I am not diminished.
So many have tried to
      destroy all that I am.
          and failed.
It is the folly of mistaking kindness
     for weakness.
My strength lies in what others believe
       to be a curse.