You don't need to like me,
or agree with my choices in life..
You don't need to call me friend,
or walk by and say hi..
There's just no need to be hateful,
judgmental or cruel..
My lifestyle has no direct impact,
nor ill will towards you..
I wish for the hate to stop,
the hurtful words and deeds..
I ask for acceptance,
the opportunity to be free,
to be me..
- C. Pantoja
