The Mass Production of My Individuality

By WoundsLikeStars

Sweet wind of remembrance

Has forgotten my name.

I, a small piece of a self-indulgent puzzle.

It is not I who makes a difference;

Barely a scratch.

I only serve to justify this;

My existence is for my own enjoyment.

Almost masturbatory in my pursuits.

Selfish fucking sinner,

Bleeder of mediocrity,

Destroyer of good intentions;

But a damn good dancer.

Though I am a brat baby of American excess,

Suckling at the teat of poetic regurgitation,

I feel it is my duty to recognize two things:

That I am a product of my own invention,

And I am flying off of the shelf.

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Copyright 2011 WoundsLikeStars
Published on Tuesday, November 1, 2011.     Filed under: "Reflective" and "Poetry"

Author's Note:

We strive so hard to revel in our differences. I'm trying to be more aware of how common my rebellion actually is.
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  • TyrantAvDetForbannet On Thursday, November 24, 2011, TyrantAvDetForbannet (274)By person wrote:

    Great reflection! Hail Individuality! Celebrate!

  • TyrantAvDetForbannet On Thursday, November 24, 2011, TyrantAvDetForbannet (274)By person wrote:

    Great reflection! Hail Individuality! Celebrate!

  • A former member wrote: This is a vivid poem! Well said, and well written !

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