Stand Aside

Feeling like you're not good enough.

Stand aside, for it’s not you we want to see.

We want to see the other person.

The one you’ll never be.

We want to see he who sticks out in a crowd;

The on who talks to much

And laughs too loud.

Stand aside so we may congratulate them

The ones that skate through life,

The ones everyone call a gem,

The ones who’ve never known strife.

They ride by on their high horses,

Not bothering to watch their step.

They believe they’re such unstoppable forces,

So bright and full of pep.

Stand aside and let these good people through.

Just stand in their shadows,

And watch as they smile, nod, and bow on cue.

Author's Note

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Reviews

[nevermindfan1991]

This was amazing and quite relatable piece. I loved reading this. I really did. I've been there. I have thought like this about people. I'm shy and I have always felt people wanted me to be outgoing loud mouth and rejected me when I didn't comply. I have met people who feel they have a privilege to put others down and step over them. This poem was excellent! The rhyme scheme was flawless and didn't seem forced. Great Job!

[stars are far]

nice

[Becky C Strukamp]

They ride by on their high horses,
Not bothering to watch their step.
They believe they’re such unstoppable forces,
So bright and full of pep.

One of my favorite stanzas, but then they are all great. Very well penned. Excellent write.