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Every strong woman with a mind of her own has been called crazy at some point in her life. This is an ode to all you crazy women!
Let them call you emotional It only shows how strong you are Equality is not a small battle Come on girl, prepare for war!
Let them call you dramatic Express yourself whole and soul Do not listen to what they say Winning should be your only goal.
Let them call you delusional Not everyone can dream like you Only a small set work towards it Stand up for those very few.
Let them call you hysterical Don’t let your anger hold you back Invest it in making yourself stronger Remember, there is nothing you lack.
Let them call you unreasonable Gender doesn’t define ambition Go ahead and chase the higher goal You don’t need any one’s validation
Let them call you unladylike Words like these don’t define you Be who you are, in all your glory Paint yourself in your unique hue
Let them call you crazy It takes guts to dream and go for it Everyone successful was once called that For greater things, you are built
Turn a deaf ear to all that they say You move forward, bit by bit Nothing is impossible for you Come on girl, just do it!
First published at author’s blog
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