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So I hope


The TV told me I was inadequate,

So I am.

My phone told me to share my thoughts,

So I did.

My computer told me to stay inside,

So here I sit.

My music told me that rebelling was fun,

So I tried.

My school told me I was average,

So I stopped trying.

My parents taught me you can leave when it gets hard,

So I left.

The world told me that peace was impossible,

So I cry,

My mind told me I can change anything,

So I hope. 

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