Too Busy Growing Up

They told me I could be anything when I grew up, so I became a woman.

The curves of my body became an affront to their sensibilities, my intellect challenged their preconceived notions, my passion yielded a blaze that threatened their comfort, and my value was diminished. Today, I'm with her. I'm with those who fought for my right to vote, and I'm with those who continue to fight for equity. 

They told me I could be anything when I grew up, so I became a woman.