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The Marathon

March 1, 2016
By PaulWong BRONZE, Arcadia, California
PaulWong BRONZE, Arcadia, California
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Miles away, the end is near
The finish line ahead
I remember all the things I wanted
Before I lay at last on the bed

I look back at the memories
And all the friends I have made
Before the time runs out
In this marathon called---
Life.


The author's comments:

This work was inspired by Emily Dickinson. Her style of poetry that revolves around the concept of life influenced the creation of this poem. 


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