To all my haters…An old high school journal entry I stumbled upon - sadly still relevant. Access to communication and education is my right.
Dear Ms. Nobody,
You are motivating me to make a difference. Over the course of our interactions I learned who I was. You wanted to deem me incompetent and not look at my strengths. I'm pleased that I abstained from play. I decided to make mom my loving guard. To say you disappointed me is an understatement. You are my enemy. I want to let you know that I shouldn’t have to prove myself to anyone for access to an education. I have been traumatized by your damaging portrayal of me and my family. Poor are all who deny a student of an education. Poor are those who belittle differences. To all my enemies, I will no longer live my life to fit your mold. It is time that you begin to recognize that you can work with me rather than fight against me. I will no longer cower at your demands. You have pissed off the wrong girl. To all the naysayers - you will see me succeed.
Written 4/2021
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