As a teenager, I have often felt that my thoughts and feelings aren't heard, or appreciated. People take one look at me and think, she's too young to know what she's talking about. Frankly, I resent the implication. I pride myself on knowing what I'm talking about. If I launch into a conversation about politics, I at least think I know something of the subject. But, because of my age, people refuse to acknowledge that. I mean, not all people do that. Mainly adults who I don't know, becaue I'd like to think that if you know me, you'll at least respect me enough to hear me out. And you know, I may not know anything on the subject. But don't automatically assume that because I'm young! Just give me a chance to speak my mind. That's all I can ask for.
I can't think of a specific situation. I mean, my parents and most adults I know are really good about it. And I also know that, in comparison, one voiceless teenage girl is the least of this world's problems. Global warming, genocide in Darfur, supressed Tibetans in China, trust me, we've got lots of problems. Ask me about it sometime. I might just be able to tell you something you didn't know before.
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Okay, 'voiceless in Rochester.' You do realize this isn't Dear Abby.
i agree. it sucks when people don't listen to you.
as for the previous comment to this blog-- ignore him, he's always wrong!!!
Wow. Ours are like the same, but different too of course. I mean other than the horse part we pretty much are talking about the same thing. Well, at least we know we aren't alone. You know? Adults have this preconcieved idea that because we aren't legal to drive, drink alcohol, etc. we don't have a clue about society. When actually we are part of society too!
Anyways, Im ranting. Great post! I agree!
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