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There's a difference between writing and talking


I write because I'm a liar. I write because I can't express my feelings. I write because the Earth rotates. I write because I'm alive. I write because people are judgamental. I write because there's always room for beauty. I write because it's time to elect the poet. I write because everyone becomes my audience. I write because I'm in control of the stage. I write because there is war. I write because angels exist. I write because I make too many mistakes. I write because I have a family when others don't. I write because I pretend too much. I write because I'm imperfect. I write because I can talk, but can't talk the talk. I write because story telling is the sun rise. I write because I've dodged too many bullets. I write because people call me names, when I was born with one. I write because I'm always the shoulder to cry on. I write because my pillow is the only shoulder I have to cry on. I write because trees change, but they never move. I write because I can tell the truth. I write because I mean it. I write because I am Thiri.
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Mariah Thiri

Ithaca College 2017 Film, Photography & Visual Arts African Student Association Official Photographer Air Force Military Child [Portugal, Japan, Italy, Germany]

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