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May 12, 2011
By Niylalee GOLD, Ridgely, Tennessee
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Niylalee GOLD, Ridgely, Tennessee
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"People always say they want to be the sun that lights up your life. Well, I'd rather be the moon. Let me shine for you in your darkest hour."

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Missing time
Missing rhymes
Missing you
Paying fines
Running races
Beside dirt-covered faces
Falling far behind the rest
Falling far behind the best
Missing time
Missing rhymes
Running
And you leave me far behind

© Elizabeth G., Marblehead, MA

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