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Me Against the World

To the world, I am nothing; But to someone, I am everything; In this world, I have no right; But for someone, I am all bright. This world, infernal fire; But enduring, internal desire; This world, dark as death; But remaining, an arc of strength.

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Date: 8/29/2009 8:22:00 AM
Good morning Safari and thank you for sharing this amazing poem with us. Love, Carol
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Date: 8/29/2009 8:04:00 AM
Strong! I like the arrangement of the poem.
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