What's That Word Again?

Feb. 7, 2007 -- A student reminds us that, although we may not know the right word to express it, we all know how exclusion feels.

by Brittain Sellers


The feeling you get
When the teacher says pick partners
You sit there
But never get asked
What's that word again?

The feeling you get
Entering a room full of people
But no one asks
If you'd sit by them
What's that word again?

The feeling you get
On a Friday night
All your friends are out having fun
But your phone never rings
What's that word again?

The feeling you get
When you're the new kid
No one asks your name
No one says hello
What's that word again?

The feeling you get
At a party on Saturday night
Everyone one is mingling
But you sit there alone
What's that word again?

The feeling you get
When you're on a sports team
Your talent isn't like the others
So they never pass you the ball
What's that word again?

That word is exclusion
To prevent
Someone from engaging
To prevent
Participation

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