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don't ask me

Don't ask me

To share your burden.

I'm weary,

And I cannot carry more.

An open ear

And a soft heart

Can gather quite a load,

And I am tired

Of carrying so much.

Don't ask me

To share your burden.

I have my own to bear.

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Published: Oct 8, 2009
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