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Benefit of the Doubt

June 26, 2011
By PukaMarseillaise GOLD, Boise, Idaho
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I am not in the habit of denying myself the simple pleasure of saying true things. -Augustus Waters, The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

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You should give me the benefit of the doubt. Because I, like you, am concerned with my reputation. Because you could never comprehend why I committed to it, or the reasoning behind it. You never will.

You should give me the benefit of the doubt. Because it will mark you in my mind as a quality person. Because others should be treated with respect. And because mistakes can be learned from.

This is my ultimate stand, and you should listen to give me a chance to redeem myself. Pretend I have something good to say.

So you should give me the benefit of the doubt. Please.


Thank you.

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