POEM STARTER
Submitted by SLW
The Favourite Child
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Screaming Inside
You have such good grades!
I haven’t slept all week because of stress.
School must be so easy for you!
Sometimes I can’t get up in the morning.
Your friends must be jealous of you!
None of them really know me.
You’re always so calm and put together!
I had a panic attack last night.
Your parents must be so proud of you!
They are but I don’t think I deserve it.
You’re so mature for your age!
I was never treated my age.
You’re always so nice and kind!
Sometimes I’m so angry I think I’ll explode.
You’re such a good role model to your siblings!
I treat them the way I wish I was treated.
You were always a little momma!
I was a kid.
You’re always so quiet!
I’ve been screaming inside for years.
You’re always so easy to talk to!
I’ve been the therapist my whole life.
You can tell us anything, you know that, right?
If I knew that I wouldn’t be the favorite child.