Rejection...

...Is bitter.

...Is disappointing.

I really thought it would turn out differently.

I thought I'd make it.

My coaches, a lot of my teachers, even some classmates- 

they don't know me at all.

But I'm to blame for that, of course.

I feel indignant, because I think I would do such a good job.

Or, at least, a better job than some of the girls

Who were chosen.

It's just annoying.

And I don't like to seem arrogant, or proud, or disrespectful.

Rejection...

Definitely did not improve my day.

It's okay, though. [and I believe everything happens for a reason.]

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