My skin is as thick as yours; protects me, it is true, from infection trying to burrow through. Yet mine has more protection than yours.
We speak the same language and live in the same town. However, it took a while for me to realise there was a dividing line.
Humans we are; we bleed and hurt inside and out.
What was the difference that kept me in low regard and you in an exalted place?
My qualifications, pardon my mentioning, are superior to yours; yet the barrier is still there. It was the colour of our skin of many shades that separated us from you.
Thankfully, there are many who accept us in friendship and family, with no hidden agenda.
In time, the mixing of our genes will make this a very special land. Nowhere in the world is there a community of perfection; that would be too much to expect of humankind.
All we ask is a level playing field and for you to see the beauty of our nature. We will blossom and show you the experience and knowledge we have to share.
Together, in friendship, we will help improve the lives of everyone, proving it has nothing to do with the colour of our skin, but plenty to do with the willingness of our hearts.
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