A fake

I do not appreciate individuals giving up their seat to me,
nor individuals offering to carry heavy things for me,
specifically individuals who are relentless in having you submit to their "genuine" care.
Then society expects me to accept graciously, smile and say thank you.
I will ask for comfort when I need it.

But as it is:

Let me stand in peace.

Let me carry the weight, which is mine.

Let's not don on some mask other than uninterested.

Or, as my twitter friend says, "I'll give you half of the peace sign."