The (Im)material Girl

I'm not your 'typical' girl.

I like dancing,

exploring, and - above all -

camping.

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No one will ever

see me dance.

Still, I try

if given a chance.

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Despite my pitiful talents,

my 'love for life' is unmatched.

I believe life will pass you

and will feel like a 'flash.'

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Some girls like makeup

and ensure they dress couture.

I feel sorry for them

because they may feel insecure.

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More me, I don't want material things.

Instead, I want experiences.

That's why I travel far,

because life is serious.

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Life may pass you by.

It may give a little notice,

because in the end

we are not focused.

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You may feel like surrounding

yourself with material possessions.

However, for me,

travel is my obsession.

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I have plans to live

to be at least 102.

Despite feeling a century old,

I know I'll believe that "time flew."

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However, looking back,

I'll know that each moment was cherished.

After all, it's a harsh lesson to learn

'One day, we will all perish.'

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When that day comes,

will you despair?

Will you vow you've had a 'happy life?"

Or consider it beyond repair?

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When you die,

your material items stay behind.

However, it's this moment in mortality

when you'll be defined.

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Will you cherish memories or items?

Only you'll know.

One day, we'll all pass on, so

I must ask: What wisdom will you bestow?

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