I'm Wiser Now



I used to do it all
But it was never enough
I’d go over and above
I’d do better than my best
And still it wasn’t up to par
Now I barely do enough
And guess what~
I’m in no worse predicament
It still isn’t enough
But at least I know why
Yes it still sucks
But finally
I’m ok with it



AP: Honorable Mention 2022

Posted on February 13, 2020

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020



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Date: 2/13/2020 7:20:00 PM
This made me chuckle out loud ;)))) xomo!
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Date: 2/13/2020 8:49:00 PM
Thank you so much, Maureen. Much appreciated.
Date: 2/13/2020 4:53:00 PM
Love love it!
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Line Gauthier
Date: 2/13/2020 8:49:00 PM
Thanks, Andrea. Much appreciated.
Date: 2/13/2020 4:08:00 PM
Great mature POV, we cannot solve every problem for every person we know and love. BTW, congrats on your 50th contest. You are doing your part to make PS a great site.
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Date: 2/13/2020 4:34:00 PM
Thank you so much, RAP. Most appreciated.
Date: 2/13/2020 2:04:00 PM
Hello Lin we have to accept it the way it is. Have a nice day my friend.
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Line Gauthier
Date: 2/13/2020 4:34:00 PM
Thanks, Darlene.
Date: 2/13/2020 1:45:00 PM
We do have to come to terms with life, whatever it throws at us. Well penned.
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Line Gauthier
Date: 2/13/2020 4:35:00 PM
Thanks, ML, for your much appreciated visit and comment.
Date: 2/13/2020 10:31:00 AM
so agree- can we ever win Line? well written, regards Julie
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Line Gauthier
Date: 2/13/2020 10:45:00 AM
It's a uphill battle, Julie. Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment.
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