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How many
How many
How many fathers will kiss their children goodbye as they sleep.
Then slip into the night. Never to kiss them again.
How many parents will live out long lives,
Knowing the curse of outliving their young.
How many wives will clutch memories to heart and medals in hand.
Instead of holding the husband they loved.
How many children will ...
Monday 12th August 2013 12:24 am
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