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i'm still human
by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner → (All Poetry by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner)
  
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because i can't hear, i talk with my hands
or on my teeth, i wear braces and bands
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i have to use crutches to walk
or you can't understand the way i talk
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i tend to act up during school
that's no reason to treat me like a fool
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i can't read, you make fun of me
because on my face, i have some acne
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i have to sit in a wheelchair
or my guide dog leads me from here to there
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i have aids, i'm slowly dying
or because i'm afraid, i start crying
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i've been abused by my parents
or we're homeless, couldn't afford the rent
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i happen to be very fat
or cancer made me bald, i wear a hat
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

just because i am never good at sports
just because sometimes i feel out of sorts
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

just because i have different colored skin
because we don't have the same religion
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

because i don't speak english very well
doesn't give you the right to give me hell
just because i'm not exactly like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue

why did you have to say the things you did
why did you say i'm not a normal kid
just because i'm exactly not like you
i'm still a human being--get a clue
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we're all human beings. we're all deserving of
dignity and respect, despite our ability or dis-
ability, our color, our belief, our culture.

(((HUGS))) and love,

karla. :(

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Reviewed by Amber Lynn (Reader)
Reviewed on January 26, 2003
Coming from a family of disabled's (two downs, one adhd, one ODD, and me with dysgraphia) I love the statement this poem makes. Excellent Job.

Reviewed by michael horetsky (Reader)
Reviewed on January 23, 2003
we're all human beings. we're all deserving of
"dignity and respect, despite our ability or dis-
ability, our color, our belief, our culture". Well said my friend..

Reviewed by Cathrine Hottran
Reviewed on January 23, 2003
very good, too bad most ppl dont get the clue, its sad, but unfortenantly true.

Reviewed by na na (Reader)
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
Yes you are dear. You have so much good inside of you and express it so well in your caring for others; that if I woke up with you by my side all I would say to you is, "Good Mornin' Beautiful." Love you Karla. Bill

Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Moen
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
:) I smile as I type this, Karla, you did such a wonderful job with this piece, I think you should try to submit this somewhere...you know, actually, you and your lovely sister have done many pieces that would be excellent for children's books, because it is ignorance that starts the cycle of hate, and I think your two verses, coupled with some great illustration, would help many kids see things differently...something to think about, anyway. Hugs to you two, always! :)

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
is they do not get the clue, they are not worth the time & effort... honest and concise...

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
I couldn't agree with you more! Great write.

Reviewed by Julie Gaskins (Reader)
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
AMEN!!! Excellent write

Reviewed by Tien Avielle (Reader)
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
Three cheers are not sufficient praise - so, add ten points and several hugs !

Reviewed by Jenni Kalicharan
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
Excellent write, Karla.. We all need this reminder...
Jenni

Reviewed by Patricia Boudreau (Reader)
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
Thunderous applause for this one !!! You have stated it with grace...would that the world would "read and heed' !!!

Reviewed by Alexander Shaumyan (Reader)
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
Diversity rules! Well done, Karla. :)

Reviewed by Amor Sabor
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
Excellent voice my dear Karla. Applauding.
Amor

Reviewed by Gilles Marchand
Reviewed on January 22, 2003
A beautiful seed to plant!
And thanks for stoping by Karla...

Blue eyed fish...

Reviewed on January 22, 2003
*STANDING OVATION* powerful, well written write from the heart that speaks to ALL people! well done, karla! we could ALL take a lesson from this write! love, your twin, karen lynn. (((((HUGE HUGS))))) :)


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