Salt and Vinegar Chips

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I used to hate salt and vinegar chips.

Their strong smell made my eyes water. Their sour taste made me shudder. Their saltiness made me cough.

They remind me of myself.

I’ve been taught I’m unpleasant, sour, aggressive, and undesirable. I was taught that so that I would silently accept abuse and dehumanization , believing I deserved it.