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They Called It Paradise

While We Kiss It Goodbye

By Kelli Sheckler-AmsdenPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
They Called It Paradise
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The saying, "we don't know what we have until it's gone..."

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They call it progress

Earth's forests burn, and air rots

Hey! It's time, WAKE UP!

surreal poetry

About the Creator

Kelli Sheckler-Amsden

Telling stories my heart needs to tell <3 life is a journey, not a competition

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  • Cathy holmes3 years ago

    Good one. Love that song.

  • Well expressed. Its time to wake up!

  • Gina C.3 years ago

    Such an important message! Love how you included the song. :) Well done!

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