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Sometimes living feels like a chore One I don't want to do But there are reasons For which I persist. When my dog wags her tail when I say her name To get to see my nephew grow old Long walks in the woods with the people I love Seeing people smile New music Old music Conversations about nothing with people I've never met And will never see again Late night chats with friends Who I will hold for a lifetime To love To be loved. All of these I live for Even when I'd rather not

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Date: 2/3/2025 3:07:00 PM
Well said. It is unfortunate that many people are caught not seeing the things you see and stop living.
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