It Does Not Matter Poem by louis rams

it does not matter who you are.
where you're from
or what you've done.

it does not matter, if you're
short and round, with a smile or a frown.
or if you're tall and lanky
and always cranky.

if you have the looks or body
everyone desires
or if you could even put out someones fire.

it does not matter, your disposition.
you should not be catorigized
in a position.

it does not matter, whether you're rich or poor
or if you're quick in the mind
or slow at times.

human nature and association
will always find devastation.
we're always taught that black is black
and white is white,
but! never shown who is right. (if anybody)

this decision lies in your heart
the choice you make- is your start.
so think it out before you criticize
for you also are on that line.