How Do I Fit? Poem by Laurie Crilly

How do I fit into your view of what is normal in society?

How do I fit into your value system?

How do I fit into your future plans?


Did you notice that I don't care what you want me to be?

Did you notice that I am my own person?

Did you notice that I have plans of my own?


Don't try to make me something I am not.

Don't try to change me.

Don't try to tell me what is best for my future.


I am a square peg, I know.

I am a sinner, I know.

I am aimless and undisciplined, I know.


When you were meddling in my life, did you notice me wince?

When you were judging me, did you see me cry?

When you were giving me advice, did you see my despair?


Accept me as I am.

Love me, despite my errs,

And walk beside me forever.