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At one point I saw someone wearing a scarf against the wind,
a long red thing that blew behind like a cape.
That, I told myself, is a superhero scarf.
I hope its wearer finds it empowering
to its fullest extent.
I certainly would,
at least inside my own head.
See, I'm all for finding joy in random places,
enjoyment and empowerment.
I've plenty of quotes and recommendations on the subject:
if you're teased with names like Brace Face and Metal Mouth,
say you prefer Tinsel Teeth,
and laugh it off.
Remember that you're not short,
you're travel size.
And if someone says to act your age,
remind them that while you're only young once,
you can be immature forever.
Optimism is everyone's friend,
if they let it be.
So there's my advice:
be cheerful when the chance is there,
find fun when you can,
and wear your superhero scarves with pride.
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