It's a boy, the doctor said
The arrival of an heir
Celebrations, happy tears,
He took his first step,
He loved the pink dress,
Mom, can I play with this doll?
His father beat him with a rod.
Agonized, full of despair, Who was he?
Was he a she?
A freak!
The boys laughed as he blushed,
So delicate, they kicked his butt,
Man up, you disgrace!
His father kicked him out,
His mother cried out loud,
Traumatized and weak,
Alone he wandered on the streets, Who was he?
Was he a she?
Ashamed and devalued,
Misfit in the world of "normal people."
About the Creator
Umama Zahir
My name is Umama. I am passionate about writing and strive to create pieces that leave a lasting impact on my readers. Through my work, I aim to convey the depth of emotions and explore themes that truly resonate with the core of our being.
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Comments (4)
Your poem captures the heartache of a person struggling against society's expectations.
Sadly, this happens a lot around the world. Such a tragic poem!
The world is truly messed up, i worry for the young and misunderstood. Great poem.
nice