From the Eyes of a Camera

I have photographed the happiest weddings of all
And one of the saddest.
I have photographed children jumping, leaping, and playing.
And one in her casket.

I have been invited to parties, teas, plays, symphonies, and picnics.
I have been left outside in the rain, and inside trunks under coats.
I have laid in wait for days, wondering if would ever be used again.

I have been loved and hated.
I have caused people to say cheese, to laugh, and to give bunny ears.
I have been places where people got angry at me instantly, on sight.
I never know what is going to happen, or when I will be replaced.

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Date: 1/16/2022 7:27:00 PM
Oh, something tells me you are irreplaceable, Caren. Really. I'm sure your current school system knows your value. They should. If they don't, they are not paying attention.
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 1/17/2022 2:45:00 AM
My current school loves me; it is strange because they are all so YOUNG and I am not. They do not seem to know it though, thank you God!
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