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Break the Chain


Break the Chain

this misery

the everlasting poverty.

consuming us one by one 

Dad's long hours and mom's restless nights

medical bills - college expenses

foster care and depression

3 jobs and little food

the struggle won't stop 

til I make it to the top

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