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Punishment

January 8, 2011
By Vildarra SILVER, Greenville, Florida
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Vildarra SILVER, Greenville, Florida
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Favorite Quote:
"Homo sum" Terence

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Walk
In a straight line
Towards the wooden block

Stare
Straight ahead
Don't glance to the right or left

Cry
On the inside
Have a cold face for the world to see

Die
You'll lay your head down
Close your eyes and pray

© Emma C., Gardner, MA

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