Chinky
( .... hope spelling is correct!!!)
Anuradha Laishram *
I have small eyes with mono-lids;
My hair is naturally straight.
I am fair skin as far as it looks;
I speak English fluently;
I like wearing smart, trendy, chic.
I have strong opinions,
Environmentally, socially, politically
I am open to all type of foods but dote on to fish.
I can be traditional and casual,
I am career oriented, have a dream.
I am interested in growing, open to love.
I respect everybody's opinions
My life is all about LIFE and LIVING.
But why do my classmate wants a picture with me because I look like a foreigner?
But why do my teacher mistakes me for someone else because we all have small eyes?
But why do the shop keepers rises rates when I buy?
Why am I different?
Is big eyes, pointed nose, curly hairs anything special?
How much ever I try to change my looks I am never going to feel safe and at home.
Oh! What worry?
I am me; I am small eyes with mono-lids.
I love me; I will not trade for anything.
I am CHINKY, yes I am.
I am also mortal, to live and let it go.
* Poem written by Anuradha Laishram for e-pao.net
The poet can be contacted at anuradhalaishram(at)gmail(dot)com
This poem was webcasted on February 21 2014.
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