Long ago Quote by George Benson

“I decided long ago, never to walk in anyone's shadow. If I fail, If I succeed. At least I live as I believe. No matter what they take from me.” quote by George Benson — Download Open image

“I decided long ago, never to walk in anyone's shadow. If I fail, If I succeed. At least I live as I believe. No matter what they take from me.”

George Benson

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We tried to talk it over but the words got in the way. We're lost inside this lonely game we play.

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