This one goes out to a girl who has been shamed at her high school with one big lie. When someone speaks things about you that tarnish who you are, it not only hurts your reputation but it calls into question your identity as well as everyone's around you. Then, there is an ensuing battle to preserve, refurbish, and put back on display this 'work of art'.
The Work of Art in Adolescence
I was once a colorful canvas till you tainted me
I'm not what you think that I am
Those aren't the words you heard from me
My actions don't speak to that end
You splattered your paint all over me
It hurt, every word that you said
With letters of scarlet all over me
Now how can I know who I am?
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