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May 12, 2011
By Niylalee GOLD, Ridgely, Tennessee
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Niylalee GOLD, Ridgely, Tennessee
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"People always say they want to be the sun that lights up your life. Well, I'd rather be the moon. Let me shine for you in your darkest hour."

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We are running, scared
We weren’t ready
We were unprepared
We know we aren’t strong enough
To face these conditions
Of life’s curveballs,
Rollercoaster,
And too many expectations
We try so hard
Only to earn what?
Fall flat on our faces,
Earn minimum wages,
And too many fines
And when we are through
Paying life’s unexpected dues,
We are still running from You
You, who sent the universe into motion
You, who’s held our hand through all this commotion
You, who’s love is so rich and sweet
You, we hardly come to meet
I know I’m running scared
God, please make me more prepared

© Simon I., Lansing, NY

The author's comments:
Inspired by the flood in my county. Not only did water fill the town, but fear, hopelessness, and just a feeling of being lost did also.
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