I Am
Girlchild
I am a girlchild, coming of age. 
Uncertain where life will lead, 
I’m told I can do great things 
And want more than anything to do them 
I am a girlchild, coming of age. 

I am a girlchild, coming of age
Pretending self-assurance, 
I feel out of control, worn down by the world
I worry that people will see the meanness I hide
When completely overwhelmed, I cry…
I am a girlchild, coming of age. 

I am a girlchild, coming of age
My thoughts spill onto blank pages 
I dream of the world at peace with itself 
I try to spread joy  
And hope it returns 
I am a girlchild, coming of age.