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By JessieSmalley BRONZE
Newton, New Jersey
Life taking me by the throat Gripping, grasping, gasping for air Choked by my responsibilities Forced into adulthood Urging myself to awaken Now I am overtaken By the pain...
Newton, New Jersey
Life taking me by the throat Gripping, grasping, gasping for air Choked by my responsibilities Forced into adulthood Urging myself to awaken Now I am overtaken By the pain...