It was silent as I sat,
So I looked all about.
With no one here,
I let out a shout.
My pent up emotions
Were all coming out.

From anger to joy
Frustration to sadness.

Once again, I took a deep breath,
My mind in a jumble,
I took a step.
Left? Right?
Unsure where to go,
Slowly, but surely I put on a show.

From feet stomping to crying
Screaming to spinning.

A frustrated scream left my lips,
As I looked around again,
I put my hands on my hips,
Left? Right?
Left? Right?
Straight? Back track?

Lost and alone I had no one to say,
The only place you'll fine sanctuary
Will be at your home to stay.

Deep breath,
One step.
I smile,
Good progress.

Rude comments,
unfair comparisons,
Two steps back,
throwing me off track.

Sharp objects,
pains gone,
meals skipped,
"Nothing's wrong."

I am not them.
They are not me.
We are meant to contrast;
Not compare.
So, why can't you see,
I just want to be me.
I might not be
The smartest
Fastest
Funniest
Prettiest
Or skinniest
But Mom and Dad
Shouldn't I be enough,
Just being me?