Skin Color

By Sophal Chhoy
8th grade, Santa Ana, CA
 
When I open my eyes,
I find myself in a strange,
Strange place.
Being insecure because of
My skin color.
"Hey, Chi-na, go back
To where you came from!"
Why? Why should I?...
This is where I am from..
I am human, too.

Volume 1 Issue 3 August/September 1996
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