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Life of the Party

The Unnecessary Line

By Julie LacksonenPublished 9 months ago • Updated 9 months ago • 1 min read

Smile when I arrive.

Shake my hand.

Pat my back.

I am the life of the party.

You don't belong

Claim to be my friend.

Laugh at my humor.

Hug me.

I am the life of the party.

You don't belong

Hang on my every word.

My anecdotes are the best.

Be proud in my presence.

I am the life of the party.

You don't belong

Buy me another drink.

Give me a kiss on the cheek.

Tell me how great I look.

I am the life of the party.

I am

I

am

I...

You don't belong

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Julie Lacksonen

I'm a soon-to-be retired music educator. This is my 40th and final year at the same school. I enjoy writing, reading, walking, swimming, and spending time with family.

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    Written by Julie Lacksonen