A Lot Older And Less Naïve Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar
A Lot Older And Less Naïve
1968 has much significance for me.
I was young, married and recently discharged,
From the military.
And living independently in Kansas City, Missouri...
I still was a bit innocent and naïve about life.
But even then I was adventurous,
And explored life excited.
With a delighted attitude easily ignited.
It is 2010 and fourty two years later.
And I am a lot older and less naïve.
Just as adventurous with a more suspicious nature.
Very few people I've come to trust.
And I find those ignorant the most dangerous.
People are quick to find excuses for themselves.
And even quicker to shift their insecurities,
On unsuspecting shoulders.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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5/9/2024 3:13:04 AM # 1.0.0.1119
OH I know this is very true. I have lived most of my life having those insecurities directed toward me because of the ignorance of those that either couldn't or wouldn't take the time to be educated about why I am transgendered. So this is a very heartfelt write, and most people living a similar life to mine can identify with these words. There are also many people in the mainstream that have those same insecurities heaped on them because they may have said or done something in a certain way that made the ignoramuses tease and call the mainstremers names. Ignorance for the most part can be cured by education for those willing to learn. But Stupidity is forever, and just means the ignorant person doesn't want to learn, or feels they don't have to learn. A 10+++++ for content and the message you have given us. Thank you for sharing. Love & hugs, Barbara