Girl Like Me

To the girl whose tears won't fall.

To her who had to grow up too soon.

To the heart that loves so hard

and gives more than maybe it should…

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Experiencing so much

yet having done so little evil…

I’m sorry that a heart so new

had to face such discrimination.

Your coming of age movie

has yet to begin so why is it

that you already think like me,

who lived eight years more?

Thankfully there are still instances

where your youth shines bright,

and your innocent soul comes out

from behind your heart’s iron walls.

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Spring has found its way to you

in an unconventional way.

There will be bumps,

detours, road blocks, etc.

but know that you will

get through them.

Whether it be simple

like hopping over a puddle

or as complex as

navigating a maze,

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I have faith that you’ll

come out on top

because you’re different.

Stronger than I ever was;

never faltering in matters

of mind and morale.

Even with doubt,

your heart is steadfast.

You are more than what

the shadows in your mind

whispers to you in the darkness.

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Remember,

I love you and I’m on your side.