Girl, put down the pocket knife fist and pick up that pen of yours.
stop...
They aren't worth the status updates or the 140 character #hashtag They are worth books. Trilogy novels of witty 'should have' banter and Good wins over Evil plot themes. Rake in the millions.
Then put down the skinny jeans and wear the Tutu.
stop...
They aren't worth the clone bulimic fashion trends. They are worth ballets. Extravagant classical shows where millions come to see. Each one hanging on you like fish hooks. Because you got that audience hook, line, and sinker.
Then, go home.
stop...
They aren't worth the boastful air you inhale. Exhale humility and stories about best sellers and the view from a ballet hall in Germany.
You are worth it. You are worth the pens, and tutus, and a home.
Written (2012)
Author: Before I taught a workshop the director asked me to write a poem for teenagers with peer pressure problems. So this is what I came up with.