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Sea Turtles

May 30, 2014
By TeganFleishman BRONZE, Atascadero, California
TeganFleishman BRONZE, Atascadero, California
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Young turtles nestle beneath a blanket of sand
Encased in a shell of warmth and comfort.

Powerful waves of envy lash out
Fading away on a pebbled sanctuary.

Only for so long, can a young turtle hide
Shying away from all who might harm him.

Into the fury he must then go, the sea of unknown,
If he wishes to learn to swim.


The author's comments:
This piece is inspired by my own experiences of growing up. Life can often seem scary, mysterious, or even dangerous. However, we must one day find the strength to take that initial step towards adulthood, and leave the comforts of childhood behind.

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