What The System Did To Me
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Ongoing<5 mins
Last published Sun, Jul 13, 2014
A life experience that has helped me realize and appreciate everything I had and what my parents have done for me. I finally opened my eyes on the sacrifices my parents do and understand why they do things that I didn't take seriously or even put attention to it. I was living life to fast until I made a mistake and unfortunately put me behind bars.
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