“Polished Pain”
By Ashley O’Hare
Peter Pan collars
Plaid flare skirts–
you must look polished
at your worst.
If you break down,
keep your head low.
Smile outside–
no one can know.
Straight A’s
Size zero jeans–
I don’t think
they were made for me.
I want to color
outside the lines
this time.
I want to eat ice cream
without losing sleep
at night.
ashleyohare 