You probably don't believe exactly as I do.
You probably have your own, unique point of view.
I ask to be allowed to choose my own way,
With no one telling me what to think or to say.
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I do not care to have views thrust upon me.
If I'm doing no wrong, then please let me be.
In turn, I will let you decide for yourself
What to believe, what books you keep on your shelf.
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My mind - and yours - are capable of much thought.
As such, we can think for ourselves, as we ought.
No matter how crazy another's ideas may be,
That is for them to decide, not you, and not me.
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May you find peace in whatever you believe.
May you succeed in goodness you attempt to achieve.
No matter what path you have chosen to live,
May you find love to share and the ability to forgive.
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Julie Lacksonen
Julie has been a music teacher at a public school in Arizona since 1987. She enjoys writing, reading, walking, swimming, and spending time with family.
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