Out

by Mackenzie Gregory

This world is not meant for me

Nothing but tears, no light, only dark

Will anyone else ever see?

Everyone around can be who they want to be

Holding my tongue, fearing backlash from my remarks

This world is not meant for me

They don’t understand, won’t ever agree

Curling into myself like an arc

Will anyone else ever see?

Terrified of others, cannot be free

Predatory gazes, beady eyes like a shark

This world is not meant for me

With no one around to help or agree

Won’t come out and make my mark

Will anyone else ever see?

Not he and she but she and she

Some confidence please, just one little spark

This world is not meant for me

Will anyone else ever see?

Mackenzie Gregory is an English from Levittown, New York. She also serves as an editor of Pitch. When she’s not reading or writing, she’s probably getting spooked at horror movies or cuddling with her dog.