I wanted to be gifted
But even if the stars shifted
I wouldn't even be a contender
Feels like I'm more of a pretender
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Gifted or not, this poem so brilliantly exemplifies alienation. Top marks, Ezra!
Melancholy poem. A realisation that " Feels like I'm more of a pretender " is a true statement only if one is ready to mend his ways. And every success counts, small or big… well done.
Sometimes too much gifts and talents can be a real family burden too... a very lovely poem...