GEP 2: Myths

In defence of all GEPs I pen these words
Lest insults directed at us grow more absurd
For many are too quick to stereotype and judge
Without first empathizing with us much
So to promote understanding and dissolve enmity
You'll have to read the rest with a mind quite free

The First Myth is that all GEPs are smart
With an unequal balance of head and heart
But that's simply not true - just look around
You'll find many a GEP who's also a clown
Though undeniable that some GEPs are brilliant
Oh, the masses of non-GEPs who're just as radiant

The Second Myth is that all GEPs are snobbishly proud
Of their talents and have their noses up in the clouds
Yet we're just as aware of our own shortcomings
And know there's not much to be openly trumpeting
In fact it's hard to find a GEP openly boasting
(Or at least one who isn't also already dead or roasting)

The Third Myth is that all GEPs are weird
Almost like we're raving lunatics to be feared
Oh come on, eccentricities are found in everyone
So if you spot a GEP please don't run
We're nice and fun and sexy too
In effect we're hardly any different from you

The Fourth Myth is that all GEPs are beautiful
Graceful creatures with blemishes too few
In truth good looks bless only the favoured one or two
And just to reaffirm what you already knew
When it comes to looking good there's only me
And yes, sometimes at the top it really does get lonely

There's probably a lot more that I could explain
But nothing beats you just taking the pain
To open your mind and question steoreotypes
You'll find little substance in all the GEP hype
It might sound condescending but I'll even venture to say
Go out and adopt a GEP friend today