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June 12, 2013
By young-and-confused SILVER, Bayville, New York
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;we&#039;re not here for a long time; we&#039;re here for a good time.&quot;<br /> &quot;You must first love yourself.&quot;<br /> &quot;Keep on keepin&#039; on.&quot;

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It’s a satirical thing,
To love.
Something once treasured,
So forgotten.
Held in such esteem,
Now ignored.
Treasured by older generations,
Their virtue.
Taking an oath to love one person,
Beyond crazy.
What is wrong with us?

© Heather J., Slidell, LA

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