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Choose To Love


When it's easy to take, give,

When it's easy to blame, forgive,

When it's easy to want, be content,

And when it's easy to run, know what is meant;

So next time, before you start raising your voice,

Just remember, love starts with a choice.

#BecauseILoveYou

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