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First Fig

  My candle burns at both ends;
    It will not last the night;
  But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends —
    It gives a lovely light!

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  • rufina caraid Moderators member
    December 29, 2007

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    such a lovely pessimistic view on life. I see her thumbing her nose as society and says: This is my life and I'm going to live it. Good for her!
    Von


  • November 1, 2001
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    Short and sweet. The ability to convey so much in so little is a gift.