Spotted Leopard
A leopard cannot change its spots
What then, if spots change the leopard
A part of the leap, but then you lose your spots
You feel alone, empty, as others stare and whisper
Saying nothing, their distance leaves you in knots
Friendships dwindle, hope for dating as well
No one wants the leopard, so different from the rest
Uniqueness loses its charm as the loneliness dwells
You mask and cover it, avoiding looks and stares
Stares tear layers of your soul, make you feel unwell
With this gloom and darkness, there is some brighter light
You now know who’s true, who looks beyond the shell
Those are your cherished, loved, and delight
Their lack of judgement, makes you feel seen
Scars begin to heal, a content future seems bright
Most diseases are hidden inside ,so none can see
But this gift, vitiligo, shouts volumes in your face
It will never leave or set me free
Life will always be lacking, a little less fulfilled
Whispered prayers you're seen for you not it, a silent plea
*Be kind
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