For a bit… 
I almost changed myself. For somebody else. 
I almost changed my scene. For dirty publicity. 
I almost fussed a style. To be seen worth the while. 
In the pursuit of cool. 
I could have changed my clothing. Felt self loathing. 
I could have slurred minorities. Choice of words became a priority. 
I could have melted down to a doll. But I set boundaries. 
Instead of caving in. 
I built my walls. 
I set my limits. 
I spoke my truths. 
Internally I knew who was there and who was present. I had the decision to decide for myself and not to be somebody else. 
Me I choose. 
My look. 
My Style. 

-shah