Pretending

When I was little I pretended

I was a fairy

That had magic powers,

Or a princess

With a crown of gold.

I could be whatever I wanted.

Now at school I pretend to be

Mormon

So I won't be alienated.

Now I pretend at home that I'm

Extra patient

So I can cope with my ADD brother.

Now at community gatherings I pretend I'm not an

Athiest

So that they don't try and 'save' me.

Now when I'm talking to friends I pretend that I can't

Hear

Their biased and close-minded opinions,

So that I have friends.

When I'm alone I no longer pretend I'm a

Princess

Or a fairy.

I pretend that I'm in a place where pretending is

Nothing more than a painful memory,

Because

I don't want to pretend any more....

Reviews

[Tbear]

This one truly spoke to me..ahh the pretending, the many faces we wear just to fit in.. may you become master of the stage dear one.. write on..

[Dale Pavolko]

I like it even if I do not have to pretend as much as you. However I do not have
very many friends. Therefore in that respect I get your point. As for conversion attempts just let them try.

[A love for poetry]

Interesting and thoughtful poem Bella. Good!