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July 21, 2011
By Akua_B GOLD, Easton, Pennsylvania
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Akua_B GOLD, Easton, Pennsylvania
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Favorite Quote:
"For, me, it's easy. Just close your eyes. And fly."

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I trace blue,
Intertwining crossroads
As they
Ramble past
One another

I haven't slept,
Eaten or bathed
In three days straight

But this is okay.
This is freedom.

It is manageable
Because
It was given to me

It is manageable
Because
I am strong

I am strong
Because I have suffered

This is okay.

© Raymond G., Phoenix, AZ

The author's comments:
Have you ever felt like you needed to lie to yourself to make everything at least *seem* under control?
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This article has 4 comments.

Akua_B GOLD said...
on Jul. 28 2011 at 8:46 pm
Akua_B GOLD, Easton, Pennsylvania
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;For, me, it&#039;s easy. Just close your eyes. And fly.&quot;

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Thanks for the encouragement. Very much appreciated.
Akua_B GOLD said...
on Jul. 28 2011 at 8:46 pm
Akua_B GOLD, Easton, Pennsylvania
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&quot;For, me, it&#039;s easy. Just close your eyes. And fly.&quot;

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Wow. I'm glad you could relate to the poem, but make sure you take care of yourself! I'm sure you have a great mind and great talents. I can also tell that you have great potential. Remember to never sell yourself short!
PhoenixCrossing GOLD said...
on Jul. 27 2011 at 10:53 am
PhoenixCrossing GOLD, Tinley Park, Illinois
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I think this explains a lot about you. And I can relate to it. I think it's great. Keep writing!
EnigmaticBeing PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 26 2011 at 10:29 pm
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Yeah I have... As much as I hate liars if I didn't lie to myself I'd be in a hospital because of a suicide attempt.