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Nov 2017
I am drowning in a sea of cries.  
The society degrades us with so many lies.  
As we stand alone together I’ve yet to realize.  
Why didn’t Eva Peron win the Nobel Peace Prize?
I am drowning in oppression.  
We are unique in every way.  
Strong girls are "Tomboys".  
Weak girls are hidden behind words they can't say.  
I am drowning in ignorance from the men who call themselves "superior"
I dwell on the fact that to a man, I am inferior.  
I am faced with the hardships that come with a female role.  
Don’t try to tell me about heart and soul.  
I am drowning in a pool of madness.
Number one cause of death: SADNESS.
No one ever dies of a broken heart.
I’m dead because I’ve spent so much time falling apart.  
I’m drowning in a sea of grief.  
This topic was never really “serious”  
They say “A woman can never be a commander in chief!”
And if I defend myself I’m either feisty or “on my period.”
I’m drowning in confusion.  
If you’re not a man, you’re weak.  
Because you’re the one saying it, it’s an illusion.  
It’s not important what you speak.
I’m drowning in SEXISM.  
Yeah, you thought I wouldn’t say it.
I’m not backing down!
I’ve got pride, courage, optimism, and wit.  
I’m a girl and I’m proud.  
But I’ll be called out of my name if I say it out loud.  
I’m female and jubilant.
But you won’t understand if I tell you what I really meant.  
I’m drowning in . . . PAIN.
I’m drowning in. . .REGRET.
I’m drowning like a rock,
That shouldn't even be wet.  
You can’t try to be something that you’re not.
So stand up tall, and be proud of what you’ve got.
Written by
Blessin Jones  15/F
(15/F)   
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     Lizzie and Elysia Veildorn
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