Make Your Stance Poem by John Salome

“It’s stupid”, said pride,
“It’s pointless”, said reason.
“Too risky”, said experience.
“To do this is treason”.

Now why do these words,
Ever threaten our brain.
When originality hits us,
As hard as a train.
And When did uniqueness,
Become such a sin.
Though we all feel it; clawing and scratching,
To get out, from within.
So do you know what to say..

Say screw it!
Screw conformity, screw society as a whole.
Though your heart should stay kind,
Screw playing your role.
Stick with your friends,
And those who you trust.
And leave everyone else,
Eating your dust.

Cause’ if there’s anything,
You will learn in this life.
It’s that trying to be something you’re not,
Will only bring strife.
So just be yourself,
And don’t let others see.
What your heart looks at,
So differently.
Because in the end..

This is your life,
And you get one chance.
So live it right,
And make your stance.
-JS