Insecurity

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When my sister says that I'm

"Beautiful"

It's a little hard to believe.

For when she says that I'm

"Beautiful"

I feel nothing but deceived.


When my mother says that I'm

"Smart"

It's quite a stretch for me.

For when my mother says that I'm

"Smart"

I don't think she can really see.


When I say that I'm

"Beautiful"

I know it can't be true.

For when I say that I'm

"Beautiful"

People believe it's a ruse.


When I say that I'm

"Smart"

I truly don't want to be.

For when I say that I'm

"Smart"

It's an insult to society. 

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