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I stand because I'm proud To be who I am.
I walk because in tough times, I know, I can.
I jog because my health Permits me you see,
Though I run, usually, When someone's chasing me.
But I stop only, Because I want him to know,
There's no need to chase me, I won't let him go.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
July 8, 2011 at 7:15 PM
WOW, this is GOOD. Congrats, Sommer. I much enjoyed seeing this now that I am going thru the contest winners.
Brown Avatar
June 29, 2011 at 4:44 AM
Congratulations Sommer on your win in the contest sponsored by Brian Strand. Love, Carol
Kendrick Avatar
June 28, 2011 at 3:41 PM
Cute..Enjoyed..Congrats..Sara
George   Avatar
June 27, 2011 at 10:14 PM
Beautiful, Sommer. Many congrats on your SUPER WIN. Lainie
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