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April 10, 2012
By Wilson1994 GOLD, Holywood, Other
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Wilson1994 GOLD, Holywood, Other
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'Nothing lasts forever. Forever's a lie. All we have is what's between hello and goodbye.' Unknown

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I smile conventionally
I listen attentively
I speak sensibly
I work productively
I go to sleep crying.

© Victoria W., Arcadia, CA

The author's comments:
Many expect perfection, yet in the making of perfection we find that there is no such thing. Trying to be perfect is a humans biggest imperfection.
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on Apr. 30 2012 at 3:53 pm
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So few words yet such a powerful meaning... I can totally relate to this. This is awesome :) keep it up :)