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April 28, 2011
By human6 GOLD, Fasd, New Jersey
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If you cannot convince a fascist aquaint his head with the pavement-trotsky<br /> The bourgeoisie might blast and ruin its own world before it leaves the stage of history. We carry a new world, here, in our hearts. That world is growing this minute.&ldquo; durry

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Grandpa

The books you gave me
The odd things you say
The odd things you said
Love all around

But now you’re silent
Flame has taken you
On your body, tubes
Now you’re at peace, bye
Death claimed you.

© Shana G., Cross Plains, WI

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a poem i wrote after my grandfather died helped me to handle it i may suck but i want to share what i felt
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This article has 6 comments.

Aramis_999 PLATINUM said...
on Mar. 10 2013 at 5:55 pm
Aramis_999 PLATINUM, Matthews, North Carolina
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Be strong, believe in freedom and in God, love yourself, understand your sexuality, have a sense of humor, don&rsquo;t judge people by their religion, color or sexual habits, love life and your family. -Madonna

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This was really good. like, really good.
human6 GOLD said...
on Oct. 25 2011 at 8:25 pm
human6 GOLD, Fasd, New Jersey
12 articles 0 photos 132 comments

Favorite Quote:
If you cannot convince a fascist aquaint his head with the pavement-trotsky<br /> The bourgeoisie might blast and ruin its own world before it leaves the stage of history. We carry a new world, here, in our hearts. That world is growing this minute.&ldquo; durry

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thanks                 
Mpbeanie said...
on Oct. 9 2011 at 7:16 pm
Mpbeanie, Middletown, New York
0 articles 0 photos 9 comments

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&quot;I need you to try. Look around. Everyone is broken. If you continue to wear the label, that&#039;s all you&#039;ll ever be.&quot;

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Very well written. I came upon your poem in a forum and decided to rate/comment myself!
RainWashed PLATINUM said...
on Aug. 3 2011 at 6:04 pm
RainWashed PLATINUM, Park City, Utah
46 articles 1 photo 86 comments

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&quot;Repeat the good and the bad. Do it all again. And pile on the years.&quot;

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No problem. I've lost someone and it was hard. I'm glad you shared your story, it can really help other people. Great job!
human6 GOLD said...
on Aug. 2 2011 at 1:28 pm
human6 GOLD, Fasd, New Jersey
12 articles 0 photos 132 comments

Favorite Quote:
If you cannot convince a fascist aquaint his head with the pavement-trotsky<br /> The bourgeoisie might blast and ruin its own world before it leaves the stage of history. We carry a new world, here, in our hearts. That world is growing this minute.&ldquo; durry

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thank you.......................
RainWashed PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 31 2011 at 3:15 pm
RainWashed PLATINUM, Park City, Utah
46 articles 1 photo 86 comments

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&quot;Repeat the good and the bad. Do it all again. And pile on the years.&quot;

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I don't think it stinks. Its actually really good and sweet. Thanks for sharing.