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November 16, 2011
By mattisonteeter GOLD, Los Angeles, California
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mattisonteeter GOLD, Los Angeles, California
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I was born
Into a world fresh faced and open hearted.
I had no expectations.
All I knew was who I am
And what I was.
I had only my two hands and my two feet
For which to create and move on.
Without fear
I did not hesitate.
If I were to wander
I found my way
Back to myself.
I always came back
To you.
I was

© Jacob H.,Phoenix, AZ

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lissa_ GOLD said...
on Jan. 19 2013 at 8:38 pm
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 I love the innocence of  the idea of this poem! I've thought these same exact thoughts in my mind before; you brought them to life.This line is especially amazing, "For which to create and move on". (: P.S.- Thanks for checking out my work. --indiewriter<3
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on Aug. 16 2012 at 9:23 pm
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Nice work. I enjoyed reading this. Good job! Please read,rate,and comment on my poems! Thanks!
Bookish SILVER said...
on Nov. 29 2011 at 9:49 pm
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I think this poem is quite unique. It's though-provoking, yet simple. Everyone can relate. Great job.
HateKnuckle SILVER said...
on Nov. 29 2011 at 9:47 pm
HateKnuckle SILVER, Peru, New York
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I love this. It touches on something not too many people mention at all. The innocence of childhood is interesting. I like how it is untainted by modern thought or society. It is so simple. 4 stars.