The Toughest Are the Ones

The toughest are the ones who don't set themselves apart,
they're the ones who see the most, and with an open heart;
they may not last the longest, but they burn with a brighter flame.
When great souls are remembered, our hearts will shout their names.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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March 6, 2021 at 11:03 AM
Nice one...and true.
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