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To avoid the post-fame-hypothermia

December 31, 2013
By thatunknownthing DIAMOND, Dubai, Other
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"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift; that's why they call it the present"

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Darling, don’t let superficial spotlights blur
Your vision or
Transient acmes outshine your attributes if
You want to avoid an acute post-fame-hypothermia, because
Once this little show gets over and you are stripped
Of all the comfort,
And glory of renown
In the dark
You’ll be left-sans buffs or buddies- Bare and shivering with
Only the flickering flame of your
Character for lighting and the fire
Of goals (you’ve hopefully held on to) for warmth.

© Violet B., Phoenix, AZ

The author's comments:
Most of us at one time, do achieve and reach someplace high in life. It is at those times that we have to stick closest to the ground to avoid losing our real selves.
(remember : "fame is a fickle friend, harry"- lockart ? )
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