Thoughts on Geek and Nerd

Thoughts on Geek and Nerd:
©2013 Andrew Bertk

Geek and Nerd are labels
applied by them for us
who obsess on ideas and dream
our culture calls frivolous.

We elevate the trivial
into art, culture, and science
Gravitating to fellow obsessors
seeking the comfort of alliance.

There is not one kind of geek and nerd
for they are legion, diverse, and strange.
Obsession in proportion to the fanatic
their interests evolve and change.

Veracious devotees find comfort
not alone, you will be heard.
Know that you are unique,
in being a geek and nerd.

P.S.

Many people grow into the term,
but few who self-proclaim
before being labelled are other
than mundane posers riding the new cool train.