Jerry Fess - Fess UP! My Journal Out Loud

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The Unfinished Symphony

The life I planned. The life I got. And all the music in between.

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I know I need to say something. I’m just terrified of saying the wrong thing.

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Six pills left. And you already know what’s coming.

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I don't need a standing ovation. I just need you to believe me.

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When Being Doubted Makes You Doubt Yourself