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Fifty-Five

"Saturday is my birthday I turn 55. I'm so old" On this blank page, I write One blink at a time in delight Of one woman so bright Of one woman young at heart with no doubt Of one woman who has been strong in her plight She is one that leads by the light

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Date: 3/5/2015 5:55:00 PM
Dear NJeri This is an awsome write my friend I can relate to this I just had my birthday not to long ago, and I feel older with every days passing, loved how you put these feelings into the verse, cheri and thanks for your comments on my Robin Williams tribute.
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Njeri Hunjeri
Date: 3/5/2015 11:38:00 PM
Hey Cherl, happy belated birthday! This is a poem I wrote for a friend of mine. Thank you for your comment.
Date: 3/5/2015 3:22:00 PM
I wish you a brightest day,full of love and happiness ,Njeri Hunjeri
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Njeri Hunjeri
Date: 3/5/2015 11:36:00 PM
Thank you Fatima. Its actually a friend's birthday.

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