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Independence

March 21, 2013
By anythingyousayis SILVER, Thornwood, New York
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Favorite Quote:
"Rule #32: Enjoy the Little Things." -Zombieland

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Fire, fire soaking inspirations
Steaming through skin
An eruption of rolling anger.
Do
Not

Tell

Me

What
To
Do

Because I am me,
And you are you
I do not control you
SO don't control me.

Rush, rush to appease
Those around you
Yet, not yourself.
Isn't this your life?

© Brandon W., Redwood City, CA

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