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Those Alive

December 1, 2011
By Nicole2424 BRONZE, Washington, District Of Columbia
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Nicole2424 BRONZE, Washington, District Of Columbia
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“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.” ~ Dr. Suess

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I speak to those who are alive
not to those who have died inside
But when life slips away
like sand through an hourglass
It is not a surprise
that so many have died

© Rosalee M., Lowell, MA

The author's comments:
I though of the first two lines yesterday, and then came up with the other lines today after about 3 or so minutes. Hope you enjoy!
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