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by Molly Maldonado - December 14, 2003
Describe a book, play, composition, poem, scientific discovery, technical achievement, myth, historic event or work of art that has inspired and intrigued you. You can assume we are familiar with the plot and details; instead, tell us what it means for you personally.
I went home the other night, my mind full of ideas, words, and lines from a play.
Excitedly, I began to explain my outlook to those who would hear me. "It doesn't matter," I said with a smile on my face, "none of this matters." My audience was much less amused. Father had a frown and angry eyes to offer. My step mother wore a look of confusion. "I…
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