Poems Inspired By "The Powwow at the End of the World" by Sherman Alexie by https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a en-us 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC 2020-01-15 19:24:59 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255470 I am told by society that I must stay in line and so I shall after the lines are changed.
I am told by peers that I must do what they do and so I shall after they start doing the right things.
I am told by social media that I must stay quiet and not share my struggles and so I shall after I write to myself about how much I am struggling.
I am told by my parents that I must get good grades and so I shall after I fall asleep while I study and study.
I am told by myself that I must not be good enough and so I shall after I accept myself for who God made me to be.


]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255470 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255480 I am told by my mind that I must be anxious and so I shall after I stop having to say my name and one thing about me. I am told by my mind that I must be anxious and so I shall after I stop saying stupid things that I regret later. I am told by my mind that I must be anxious and so I shall after I stop procrastinating on finishing this poem.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255480 Depression gommkl90 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255494 I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when I feel supported enough to do so. I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when the smile on my face is no longer fake. I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when I'm no longer called "dramatic" when I can't hold back my tears. I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when I finally feel included by my friends. I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when I'm not seen as "lazy" for not having enough strength to even make it out of my bed. I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when I'm no longer told that "just being happy" will make it all go away. I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when the people who struggle with self-harm aren't called "freaks". I am told by society that I must move on and so I shall when the people who want to give up on life are no longer seen as "selfish" or "apathetic". I am told by society that I'm weak and lazy, but they are wrong. I am told by myself that I am strong, and for that I will keep going. I will not be silent. 

Depression is real. It is not a choice and it is not easy to deal with. If you or someone you love struggles with depression, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts, reach out a helping hand immediately. You are not alone. ]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255494 Mary https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255510 I am told by society that I must conceal myself and so I shall after I use my platform. I am told by society that I must conceal myself and so I shall after serious matters are taken seriously. I am told by society that I must conceal myself and so I shall after oppression ends. I am told by society that I must conceal myself and so I shall after basic human rights are passed for ALL. I am told by society that I must conceal myself and so I shall after double standards stop. I am told by society that I must conceal myself and so I shall after I see a change.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255510 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255521 I am told by society to not be goth so I shall after my mom believes it's not a phase. Ugh mom it's not a phase.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255521 Poem kodeaj96 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255536 I am told by society that I must stop being extra and just eat meat and so I shall after the farmers retire their knives. I am told by my doctor that I must follow a healthy lifestyle and so I shall after my health does not come before those of animals. I am told by animal lovers that I must get over it and so I shall after we let animals have more value over saving money. ]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255536 Poem gordal82 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255548 I am told by Mrs Cooper that I must write a poem and so I shall after I make highlighter planes with Ryan. I am told by Mrs Cooper that I must write a poem and so i shall after I try and find something to write about because I cannot find out what to write in the blanks. I am told by Mrs Cooper that I must write a poem and so I shall after Josh asks such intelligent questions that are valid. I am told by Mrs Cooper that I must write a poem and so I shall after I realize that Sam makes varsity because his helmet fits in the varsity helmets. I am told by Mrs Cooper that I must write a poem and so I shall after someone decides to write about how they need to do their Fortnite dance during the moment of silence.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255548 I Am Told By Poem https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255562 I am told by them that I must forget and so I shall after the floods stop flowing and the black clouds roll away. I am told by them that I must forget and so I shall after the hole is fixed. I am told by them that I must forget and so I shall when there is no more sorrow.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255562 Forgive? https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255576 I am told by Sherman Alexie that I must not forgive, and so I shall after I see that European civilization has failed. I am told by Sherman Alexie that I must not forgive, and so I shall after the pillars of democracy have shattered.

]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255576 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255589 I am told by you that i must grant you the power that was taken from you]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255589 Poem casecm32 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255601 I am told by my dad that I need to get good grades at school and so I shall after I study every day for 15 minutes. I am told by society that I must talk more and so I shall after I find a meaningful reason to besides gossip. I am told by my friends to get on Xbox and I shall after I finish my homework]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255601 I am told by my teacher that I shall come to her FLEX everyday and so I shall after.. https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255616 I am told by my teacher that I shall come to her FLEX everyday and so I shall after I find a reason for it to benefit me.
I am told by my teacher that I shall come to her FLEX everyday and so I shall after she updates my grades so I know if i actually need to.
I am told by my teacher that I shall come to her FLEX everyday and so I shall after I tell all of my friends to meet up at her classroom with me.

]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255616 Poem https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255631 I am told by my mother that I must be like her and so I shall after she takes into account that this is America, and not what she calls “home” anymore. I am told by my mother that I must be like her and so I shall after she realizes that I’m not her, and I don’t have to fight for food anymore. I am told by my mother that I must be like her and so I shall after she accepts me for what I desire, not by her desires. ]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255631 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255643 2018-11-08 18:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255643 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255653 I am told by society that I must be a certain way, and so I shall after you are in my shoes. I am told by society that I must look a certain way, and so I shall when celebrities are not viewed as perfection. I am told by society that I must accept the way we are expected to be, and so I shall when you view everyone, no matter how they look, as equal.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255653 I am told by my family that I must save money and so I shall after I run out of things to buy https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255659 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255659 I am told by my parents that I must finish my homework, and so I shall after it’s past 1 am https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255666 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255666 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255675 I am told by my parents that I need to spend my money wisely, so I shall after I grow up.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255675 I am an Artist https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255684 I am told by my mom that I must get good grades and so I shall after I graduate high school]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255684 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255688 I am told by society that I must fit in and so I shall after Starbucks
 goes out of style]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255688 Poem https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255695 I am told by society that I must smile and so I shall after you listen to what I have to say. I am told by society that I must smile and so I shall after you ask how my day has been. I am told by society that I must smile and so I shall after you understand what I am going through.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255695 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255700 I am told by you that it is hard to forgive the people who took your land. I am told by you that you are sorry]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255700 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255707 I am told by my friends that I need to get better at fortnite so I shall after I play for 6 hours a day.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255707 Poem kontrm75 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255711 I am told by my parents that an apple a day keeps the doctor away and so I shall when that becomes true]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255711 Poem philhj20 https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255717 I am told by them that I must let it go and so I shall after they admit what they did wrong to me. I am told by them that I must let it go and so I shall after they set right their wrongs. I am told by them that I must let it go and so I shall after they turn back time and erase what they did. I am told by them that I must let it go and so I shall when their corrupted power ends.]]> 2018-11-08 18:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cooperj17/ahkyy9jlo2a/wish/302255717