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Stop. Listen.

December 20, 2013
By Peacemakerz PLATINUM, Cupertino, California
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The world will never have lasting peace so long as men reserve for war the finest human qualities. Peace, no less than war, requires idealism and self-sacrifice and a righteous and dynamic faith.<br /> -John Foster Dulles

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Run before you hurry,
Rush before you fall.
Complain before you notice,
Look before you see.
Listen before you understand,
Study before you leave.
Forgive others before it's over,
Sometimes we need a little reminder.
To stop,
Before.
And take a break,
Once in a while.
To keep on going,
Not stopping.
But remembering,
Our duties.

© Monica L., St. George, UT

The author's comments:
Just a thought about our busy lives! A reminder that we should stop and reflect.
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