A new person awakes
inside of me
when a new person
is beside me.
With my parents
I am quiet.
I only say what is needed.
I never dare cause a riot.
With my teachers
I am respectful — responsible, always.
I hardly speak up,
silently avoiding their gaze.
With my brother
I am loud.
Never afraid to say whatever.
Between us, no snitching allowed.
With my friends
I am bold.
I never hesitate.
Being with them never gets old.
Sometimes I wonder
which me is truly mine.
With so many personalities,
I forget which ones I design.
