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Oh, to be a penguin

Marie Kasongo
February 11, 2021 One Min Read
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I truly do envy them

To be cute, not having constantly worry about appearances

To be soft and cuddly,not costly worrying about what to wear

To waddle around carelessly, no string attached

They have it all, I envy them

To have a loving family, to be calm as walk while gossiping with your family about the latest of news

To live in a group with people you trust, not looking over shoulder checking for lurking dangers

To have a loving home to return, a safe spot with the people you love

They have it all, I envy them

To play fight with siblings, being carefree and enjoying the simple joys in life

To go diving into the ocean, feeling the cold refreshing water of confirmed freedom against your face

To simply eat food with your loved ones, the feeling of being surrounded by warm safety

They have it all, I envy them…because I am not a penguin and will never be

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