POETRY
Tell me about yourself
A poem about feminism?
Published in
Jun 6, 2021
Started a new job in a new company
this week was all about pleasantry.
“Hello, welcome,” they said
I am so and so and you?
Ah, and are you married?
When I say ‘No’ the introduction just seems to end
Like marriage and kids is the only identity.
A woman does not exist without it?
I am a person, I have more to me.
Ask me about my education, my passions
or just my city.
A plain “Tell me about yourself” will also do.
So I can choose what I share with you.
Just don’t start with your old age reflections of my tribe.
There is an abominable traditional vibe
And it needs to change.
