Stories tagged “stereotypes”
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The Real Package
I sit there just staring at it. Its been 21 years, and I’m hungry for it. Throw confusion, pain, and destruction in my path. But it won’t stop me, I have my eye on the prize. I’m like no other. If I have to, give me an hour, And IR...
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Pretty is better
When he asked, he was told he should wait; For a life unencumbered by hate. Upon asking “why?” A derisive reply: “It’s not like you look all that great.”
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The icing on the cake
As the judges approached table fifteen the Patissier and Chef both paused, looking at the three-tier wonder on the table. The cakes had been carved and artfully glued together with sugarpaste and layered over with white fondant. Snowmen partied, some f...
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#17 It Wasn't Me
I stepped through the airport scanners. They didn’t go off. I let out a sigh. I had been scared that the buttons of my jeans would set it off, and then the circus would commence. Again. Unfortunately that sigh prompted the circus to begin without...
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False Prejudice
I feel I get stereotyped everywhere I go. It’s not easy. Living your life day after day and getting scared looks from people, it’s disheartening. I just wish we could be accepted and not feared. I’m not afraid to say it either, yes I ...
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Stereotype Me
Stereotype me Nothing fought for, worth Nothing Wingless Butterfly