I don't need to wear
Makeup
To feel pretty.
I don't need skinny jeans,
Miniskirts,
Or low cut tank tops to be
Attractive.

I don't need to have straight,
Long blonde hair
To be defined as "popular."
I don't need 0 acne
And a deep tan to be "hip."

I don't need to have an
iPhone or laptop
To "stay connected."
I don't need a huge house with a hot tub,
Or to hang out at the mall every other day to
"have fun."

I don't need to have an
ultra popular boyfriend
-or friends-
To earn "the privilege"
Of getting invited
To parties or concerts.

I do need to be me.