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The coverings were for warmth.<\/p>\n
The wrappings were for protection.<\/p>\n
The coverings were for isolation.<\/p>\n
The wrappings were for insulation.<\/p>\n
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You put on a mantle that protects you from the biting cold.<\/p>\n
You wrap yourself into a tight ball in a bid to shield yourself from the cutting indifference.<\/p>\n
You isolate yourself from the source of perceived pain.<\/p>\n
You go inwards to insulate yourself from the demeaning glance.<\/p>\n
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I am traversing a desert.<\/p>\n
You are lonely in a crowd.<\/p>\n
I am battling the raging storm.<\/p>\n
You feel isolated while in good company.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
Turn the lights on and see me.<\/p>\n
Please turn off your prejudice and see us.<\/p>\n
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