Impervious

A Poem by Michelle Gent

Empowering yourself and not giving in to bullies

Impervious-

Like arrows to a shield
stereotypes, labels, nicknames
thwarting your way

People will always try to define you
You can decide to be a target
allowing poison arrows to enter
your blood stream

Or be indifferent and let them fall
to the wayside
Having little to no affect
Leaving your adversaries defenseless

Who you are
doesn't have to be decided for you
by outside influences

Love the person you are
Don't become someone your not
To please others
You'll never be happy masquerading
Besides how long could you keep up the charade

When contented, self assured, indifferent
No one will ever disarm you
The strongest of weapon's is empowerment