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Just Live

You are brave and so damn smart,
you have the kindest, biggest heart
If you could see yourself how I do
you wouldn't be so hard on you.

Life is a hard game we play,
just trying to make it through each day
and perfection is not perfect at all
we must rise after we fall.

Take a look around my dear,
the world is full of hope and fear
I know you will be okay
cause everyone finds their way.

I love you more than words can express,
and I long to see your happiness
you're my son that's very true
but I see a light that shines in you.

You burn like a million stars,
I know you'll have your share of scars
the road will turn, twist, and bend
but that is not where your adventure ends.

Make your path the way you choose,
what do you have to lose
just know that I'm always here
I love you lots, that much is clear.

Date: 1/18/2022
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022


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Date: 3/8/2022 1:23:00 PM
Hi Jessica, I enjoyed reading your "Just Live." A truly beautiful, heartfelt tribute to your son. Have a wonderful day :-)
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Jessica Thompson
Date: 3/9/2022 3:14:00 PM
Hi there Anne! Thank you for leaving me and kind comment. I am glad you enjoyed this poem. Have a great day! Jess
Date: 1/19/2022 5:28:00 PM
Hello Jessica, This is good advice to your son. Enjoy your evening my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 1/20/2022 10:38:00 AM
Hello Jessica, you are welcome. Enjoy your day my friend.
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Jessica Thompson
Date: 1/19/2022 6:03:00 PM
Thank you Darlene. Have a great evening your friend, Jess
Date: 1/19/2022 11:18:00 AM
Keep up the good work! Check me out!
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Jessica Thompson
Date: 1/19/2022 11:22:00 AM
Hiya Elton and thank you. I am glad you liked this poem. I will deff stop by and check out your work! :) Take care Jess
Date: 1/18/2022 11:48:00 AM
I love this! Great writing. God bless you. Love, Gina
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Jessica Thompson
Date: 1/18/2022 12:07:00 PM
Hey there Regina! Thank you so much for the kind reply. I am glad you enjoyed this one. :) Jess
Date: 1/18/2022 10:15:00 AM
Great Job
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Jessica Thompson
Date: 1/18/2022 10:27:00 AM
Thank you Elton for dropping by and leaving a nice comment. Jess :)
Date: 1/18/2022 10:12:00 AM
Nice write! Yes, everyone finds their way, one way or another! Aloha!
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Jessica Thompson
Date: 1/18/2022 10:27:00 AM
That is very true Rico. I am glad you liked this piece. Jess :)
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