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April 6, 2014
By HermioneHainsworth PLATINUM, Leeds, Other
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HermioneHainsworth PLATINUM, Leeds, Other
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"There's always another book to read, and if not, write one."-me ;)

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Now I lie beneath the ground,
I gave my life for the people around,
A white marble stone above my head,
Represents the peace I used to dread.

I know look down on my name they've found.
A cross goes down,
My fears soon drown.

© Whitney T., Glenpool, OK

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So many died for us in wars, it's not fair that people forget them.
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