Drowning in the Smoke
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Last published Fri, Feb 16, 2018
Teenagers are just starting out in life. They are figuring out who they are and what they want to do with their lives. DeeDee, like most teenagers, is starting to try new things: drinking, smoking, dating..the list goes on. This story is a short one, but definitely one of the best things I've ever written. Please enjoy Drowning in the Smoke, a story about growing up, living life, making mistakes, and learning from them.
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