All By Myself

I don't fit in...that's the feeling I get every time I've been out here with a group of people at night. I simply just do not fit in. At first I was ok with standing out, being the girl from Chicago. But now, it's just getting lonely. I feel people staring at me all the time, but nobody ever approaches to say HI. They just stare at me, like I'm the newest exhibit at the zoo, all colorful clothing, heels, and sparkly jewelry. My humor isn't understood, my style is weird, my opinions and beliefs are met with surprise, and somehow much of what I say seems to be interpreted incorrectly. I've never felt more self-conscious, more alone, or more ostricized.

I have become that kid picked last in gym class...