30 Days of Prose: Day 30: An Apology for Equality

An Apology for Equality

It sickens me that the thing you do so much better than I

winds up being less because of the chance of birth.

If I were to speak about science or math,

you'd be drowned out; my gender determines my worth.

The conversation, for the time being, will shift to your hair,

it will shift to your chest, your supposed promiscuity.

I could speak of things I do not know

and I'd be trusted over you intrinsically.

It's important you know that we aren't all alike.

Some see intelligence, instead of a potential "wife."

I can do no more than stand with you, cursing them down.

Is that enough to bring equality to your life?

This one was inspired by Emily Graslie of the Brain Scoop's video talking about gender issues in the field of science and in general. Thanks to Upworthy for bringing this to my attention.