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23 Jun 2013
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Finally selfish

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You have brought out the selfishness inside of me.

Twice before, I have given myself to satisfy the needs of others.

This time, the third time, I have made my first choice.

You.

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This is written for Trifecta:

 

This weekend we’re asking for 33 of your own words inspired by the idiom,
third time’s the charm.  This familiar phrase may have an indeterminate
origin, but its meaning is clear.  Whether or not you include the phrase itself
is up to you.  Just make sure to use exactly 33 words.  And, as usual, have fun
with it!

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28 thoughts on “Finally selfish”

  1. Steph on said:

    Right on! When we take care of ourselves we need to be a little selfish, don’t we?

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  2. Valerie on said:

    I love the conviction in her voice here-that she is choosing to do something for herself this time! Terrific 33 words!

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  3. Björn Rudberg (brudberg) on said:

    Did I misunderstand, or does she oncce again give herself away… ? but no… I don’t think so… great piece

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  5. lumdog (@lumdog2012) on said:

    Why do I always feel like you know my story? Beautiful piece.

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  6. Renee TennisMcKinley (@2old2tap) on said:

    Wonderful that this time, she chooses. Nicely said, Deana!

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  7. Lance on said:

    I like how she gives herself away on her own terms. This is strength in a small space.

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  8. Draug419 on said:

    So sweet! (:

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  9. trifectawriting on said:

    It never really works if you don’t do it for yourself anyway. Thanks for linking up, Deana. It was so awesome to meet you this weekend. You’re, like, pretty much my new favorite online person. xx

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    • deanabo on said:

      I loved meeting you as well! I think I got my nerve to write back. I have been a writing fool today. Next time you are in the country we have to meet up again, sans kids. I feel lots of great conversations coming our way!

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  10. Suzanne on said:

    Beautiful! And yes, sometimes we really do need to be selfish. Awesome take on the prompt Deana!

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  11. barbara on said:

    I sense partial autobiography here 🙂 Nicely written, Deana

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  12. jannatwrites on said:

    This is sweet. This is the good kind of selfishness, though 🙂

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  14. Maya Bahl on said:

    Great job Deana, love can do that to you! 🙂

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