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A slow Turtle
A slow turtle, with a heavy back.
Wanted to sprint like the dotted cat.
He was sad because he didn't know his limits,
Devastated after seeing the results of his speed per minute.
Poor turtle knew a little about himself
Grew up among cheetah, thinking he was one self.
Speed was thing where he wanted to be the best.
Without even enjoying the process itself.
He could...
Sunday 12th June 2022 7:31 am
Personality
Flexible as a flexi rod
Love like a mother
Adapt as a chameleon
Real like a savage
Persistent, just like a professional runner
Machete through my jungle mind, keeping the weeds down
Care for one as a new born baby
Sympathetic, as I walk in someone else’s shoes
Cross my legs, as you have to work to spread them
Looking into the eyes of others; I see a mirror through there ...
Sunday 7th January 2018 7:54 pm
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