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Stretch Marks

March 9, 2017
By HaliBug PLATINUM, Apopka, Florida
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"Everything seems impossible until it's done," - Nelson Mandela

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First, they started under my arms,
So I stopped wearing tank tops.
Then, they went on my thighs,
So I stopped wearing shorts.
After, they went to my hips,
So I stopped wearing short shirts.
Finally, they went to my calves,
So I stopped caring about what others thought,
And I wore whatever I want.

© Tabatha B., Peoria, IL

The author's comments:

No one should have to feel the need to hide their bodies from others. Stop caring about what others think and start loving yourselves. 

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