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Once Bitten

Something happens, causes stressin’; Maybe it will teach a lesson. Caution is the surest guide To safeguard what you fear inside. If you let down your defenses, Possibly, some wrong commences; Then you’ll question your intention – Why you risked your gut’s prevention. Hopefully, the lesson learned Makes the point for all concerned. Here’s an adage to apply – Once you’re bitten, twice you’re shy.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 2/7/2012 10:44:00 AM
Very nice! I like the wisdom in it. :o)
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Date: 2/6/2012 9:00:00 PM
Way to do the old adage, Ilene. But also we can't be TOO safe or we can't experience life fully. One to promote thought!!
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