First ImpressionsA Poem by Heather Corti Many, many people fall victim to the preconceived prejudices others impose upon us prior to taking the time to know us. I wrote this as a way to rail against such prejudice. You
think you know me because of the gossip? You
think you know me because of the way I look?
You
think you know me because of the car I drive? You
think you know me because of what my husband does, or doesn’t do?
Take
the time to know me see what makes me smile Take
the time to know me see what makes me cry Take
the time to know me see me sitting alone Take
the time to know me you just might like what
you see
Show me some civility Put aside what you hear
Show me some kindness Put aside your fears of “my type”
Show me YOUR smile Put out your hand
Show me how nice YOU can
be
Get
to know me just take the time Get
to know me I can be a lot of fun Get
to know me because you’re not afraid Get
to know me we just might get along .
. . © 2013 Heather Corti |
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Added on April 25, 2012 Last Updated on November 6, 2013 Tags: prejudice, first impressions Author
Heather CortiMassapequa, NYAboutI am an associate professor of English, State University of New York, who writes poetry, both children's and adult, short stories, political articles, and educational theory observations. I am a wife.. more..Writing
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