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There's a special place
in the back of each mind
for storing ruminations,
and remorse of any kind.
Moments have passed
Laments have failed
Milk has spilled
Ships have sailed
Gather up the qualms,
anguish and regrets.
Put them neatly away
And resolve to forget.
Exit the mental state
Reserved for self-pity.
Close the drawer, lock the door,
throw away the key.
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