Bootstraps

I scroll through the job postings

Scanning the words, the phrases

But they all say the same thing

"Must be able to live 50 pounds"

"Can stand for long periods of time"

(No disabilities)

I feel my heart sink

As I realize the truth

I am not wanted here

I am a burden to capitalism

For in its never-ending thirst

For production, for profit

Disability is seen as a flaw

A weakness, an inconvenience

I am not seen as a person

But as a hindrance to progress

My worth determined by my ability

To contribute to the bottom line