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What Lies Within

I will not go back to that place of desolation Where for many months I lived in isolation Far from anything 'n' anyone who could be my oasis Away from love I will not return to feelings of inadequacy 'n' failure To way back where I layed the blame on myself Believed I had too many shortcomings 'n' lofty expectations Unattainable by earthly man Instead... I will stand firmly rooted in my accomplishments, beliefs 'n' ideals, 'n' love Love for others, but most of all love for myself Belief in perseverance 'n' hard work 'n' morals As the realization that my own happiness Lies within ME Written: 05/02/2006

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Date: 2/23/2016 10:19:00 PM
Marilyn Sheriff , Enjoyed the way you expressed every line. Please keep writing, hope to see a new one from you again. LOVE LINDA
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Date: 1/2/2016 12:41:00 AM
MARILYN a pleasure to read :) HAVE YOURSELF HAPPY 2016. ...... SKAT
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Marilyn Sheriff
Date: 1/5/2016 1:27:00 PM
Thanks Skat :)

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