Can You See Me?
who are you
and where
did you come from
I am just a mongrel
white girl
with a blurry and
undefined culture
I seek connection
and sisterhood
my skin may be white
on the outside
but I feel
the pain
of all
my sisters
I have deeply
felt the losses
and struggles
of those
who have come before
since I
was born
But your words
stake ownership
and my perceived
whiteness
separates
me
from you
breaking
my heart
and our community
How can we
be a tribe
when such lines
are drawn
when all I seek
is love
and belonging
I see you
you are my sister
Can you
see me?
We Are All Meant to Shine! 