I told my parents no They said I was a beauty I didn't want the attention They said it was my duty

I cried and cried and cried I was full of apprehension They said it was important I didn't want the attention

I didn't like the limelight The concept of being presented It made me want to vomit I felt nothing but tormented

To be introduced into society In such a ridiculous way It's something I’ve always regretted Still embarrassing to this very day