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Fly in the Ointment

Unrealistic expectations are a curse
nobody lives up to our high standards
~ a one-way ticket to disappointment



Wordku: 5-7-5 words

AP: 2nd place 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 19, 2025 at 3:18 PM
definitely agree with these words...expecatations create stress as well.
Gauthier Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 5:46 AM
balance and happiness should be the objective in all cases ~
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