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Gratitude

By Jarrett B., Franklin Lakes, NJ

Your white-capped summit is calling, Waiting for those who will claim it firstThere is nothing more for anyone’s wantingThan to make your fresh powder bubbles burstWhile on your peak gazing...

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The Sentiment

By Danielle Z., Carmel, IN | 5 comments

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Soldiers

By Justin S., No. Barrington, IL | 9 comments

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B-girl Simi

By Anonymous, san pedro, CA | 1 comment

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Jerk

By Christina, Clifton, VA

I love your voice, your soft brown hair. I love your eyes and love your stare. I love your laugh, your cocky smirk, your stupid jokes. You precious jerk, you know I do. I want my hands...

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Make Believe

By Amanda B., Milan, IL

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The Body

By L.Neale, Brighton, United Kingdom

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The Carousel

By hbananabread93, Lyons, PA

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