Emulation

Try to emulate others

no, not on your life

the conflict that builds

brings nothing but strife

Why would I wish to be someone else

is there something wrong with being myself

why go to the trouble of being another

would that not be lying to the world around me

Integrity step aside

no place here for you

the truth is now hidden

under my shoe

The mirror then tells a new story

one of a person I barely recognize

I have to question just who he is

and whether I can trust him for the truth

Is it not truth that builds trust

while lies break it down

those who once smiled as friends

step back now with frowns

The ruination of self

that's what comes with the copy

again I say, be a snowflake

don't be afraid to be different