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Because I Am Furniture

December 18, 2017
By JazzyB2002 SILVER, Sauk Centre, Minnesota
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JazzyB2002 SILVER, Sauk Centre, Minnesota
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&quot;Those who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who actually do.&quot;<br /> -Steve Jobs

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You don't see me as I am,

but as what you use me for.

I am there. There through fighting. Through the screaming.

The hitting.

Because I am furniture.

I sit and watch.

And watch.

And do nothing.

Eventually, the pressure on me builds.

My wooden frame begins to crack. 

I don't work work the same.

You no longer see me.

You see me as junk.

Now that I'm broken,

you're much rougher on me.

You care less for me.

Finally, 

I know I'm worthless.

You see the same.

I'm thrown away.

Because I am furniture.

© Gianna V., Sewell, NJ

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JazzyB2002 SILVER said...
on Dec. 26 2017 at 7:58 pm
JazzyB2002 SILVER, Sauk Centre, Minnesota
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Favorite Quote:
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@lilypadleaper I know what you mean, but any advice? I'm not quite sure how I should fix it.
Robbierobster said...
on Dec. 26 2017 at 7:45 pm
Robbierobster, Albany, Minnesota
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I don't know what you mean, the entire thing looks fine to me.
lilypadleaper said...
on Dec. 26 2017 at 7:27 pm
lilypadleaper, Sartell, Minnesota
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I swear when you're the kid who comes from an abusive home that isn't abusive to you? You can relate here. Though, piece of advice? I think you may wanna clean up the section right before the end a little.
beepbeppboi said...
on Dec. 26 2017 at 7:10 pm
beepbeppboi, Denver, Colorado
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You've got some talent! This one actually made me ache a lil bit inside