#100peoplepoems part 25: Annette

That’s the first quarter done! 

This Thank you Thursday poem is for Annette, with gratitude.

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You say you think we’re quite alike

You try to buy the things I like

You want to drive us everywhere

I know you care.
You pay for things we can’t afford 

You pay for bras and trips abroad 

You’re waiting for us in the car

I know you are.
I don’t know where to put my face

How to accept these gifts with grace.

It always leaves me feeling scared

And unprepared.
You say you think that I’m like you

So maybe you feel awkward too.

You said you’d read my poems so

At least you’ll know.

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