The whisper of an exposed shoulder.

The seduction of a silhouette.

Knee high boots.

Small tight shorts.

A bra strap left uncovered.

Seductive symbols that draw you in

Should not draw you in

To a young girl’s body.

It is not my responsibility

For society’s rules.

You are responsible

For making me think that the exposure of my skin deserves punishment.

covering up

in 100 degree weather.

Never walking alone in the dark

While my brother goes for runs.

Pacing home quickly

While I’m wearing my school uniform.

I should not expect

A car to slow down.

I should not be told

That my clothes are distracting.

It is not my responsibility

For society’s leering.

You are responsible

For making my body unsafe to exist in.