An Open Letter to the Jerk(s) at the Bar

Dear certain individuals to whom this may concern, 

 I have a right to be here, at this bar, just like you do. 

I have a right to have fun with my friends because I’ve had a hard week, just like you may have.  

 So why do you try to make me feel guilty when I tell you nicely I am not interested? 

 Why do you need me to give you a reason to leave me alone? 

And once I give you a reason, why do you still not accept it? 

 So if you buy me a drink, know that all that merits is a thank you. 

 I owe you nothing, and the world would be a better place if you respected that. 

Respectfully-not-yours, 

A girl who has a right to be at the bar