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14. Procrastination. If you had more time, you’d be able to put it off longer. What do you put off to the last moment? Why? Tell a story about how you just barely got something done in time – or didn’t.
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You left for the last time (part 2. A new beginning)

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Submitted by Kitty-Cat Ingemi on April 2, 2008 - 12:45.

I was alone,
The last time,
I felt that way.

And,
I was an emotional wreck.
I thought I could handle life without you,
And I was right.

I was confused,
The last time,
I felt that way.

And,
I could've left this world,
I thought my joy would be forever gone,
And I was wrong.

I am starting fresh,
This is the first time,
I've felt this way.

And,
I gave in to romance.
I knew life would never be the same,
And I was right.

I am alive,
This is the first time,
I've felt this way.

And,
I'm expeirencing life to its fullest.
Enjoying every moment with my new love,
And I am happy.

I've gotten rid of you and your lieing ways,
This is the first time,
I've felt this way.

And,
I'm happier now than ever,
You're gone and it's been great.
And I can continue with my life.

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