Same But Different
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Kate Dickey, Grade 9
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Short Story
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2019
I’m Sarah. I’m different than most. I’m introverted and struggle to stand up for myself or make many friends. Because of this I don’t get much work done at school. I struggle to understand a task and can’t ask for help. I struggle to even talk with those closest to me, I have not had a full conversation with any of my siblings or my mum in five years. The only person I can truly talk to is my dad. It’s like a curse and I’m constantly reminded of it; everywhere I go it gets in the way; I can’t live comfortably in my own home. I constantly walk with my head down and hood up, not wanting to make any sort of contact with others. Music is my escape, taking me to a neverland where I can easily forget what is really happening around me, my constant reality. I like to stay home, alone, that’s just who I am.
I’m Hayley. Confident is the word I would use to describe myself. I can easily make friends but I’m not afraid to stand up to those that are fake or hurtful to those I love. I like to go out and have fun, be a normal teenager. Everyone says that I’m too loud and sing too much. I always roll my eyes and make sarcastic comments; sarcasm is my escape, hiding my true feelings. I have a great relationship with my family; I have amazing conversations with my older brother and play with my little sister all the time. I’m really close with my mum; we like to go shopping together. My dad is my best friend, always there for me. I cause a little trouble, but it’s always for a good reason. They either hurt me or my friends.
I’m Sophie. I love school; I always finish my work on time and ask for help to understand what I’m working on. I’m more of an introvert and love to work in quiet places. I read in my spare time and have a few good friends that I talk to easily. I also tutor younger grades for some extra money, like a part time job. Without debating I wouldn’t function, it helps me convey all my emotions and put a lot of time and effort into one task, it’s my escape from reality. The relationship with my family is average. I think I focus a little too much on schoolwork and don’t spend enough time with them. My older brother helps me with schoolwork, which is a blessing, and I don’t hesitate to help my little sister. My parents are always there, supporting me when I enter competitions, they haven’t missed one debate. I have to do my best.
I’m Sarah, Hayley and Sophie. We’re all one and together we complete a whole. I have Dissociative Identity Disorder or DIDs as it’s most commonly known. We don’t function without all three. Together we are one person, the same.