sometimes in life our paths are crossed-so quickly and indiscreet-the meeting so innocuous-a true friend yet to meet-the trust that\u2019s born is nothing new-companionship tends to grow-now time has come for love renewed and life will start to show-affairs of heart in life define the peace and how to live-do not boast and fill with pride-take leave of how to give-hold gift of life in high regard-it\u2019s worth it\u2019s weight in gold-follow God\u2019s loving ways and see the happiness unfold! Peace and blessings!<\/p>\n
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