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You know, it's truly a bitch
trying to get to know a jaded woman.
especially a good looking one.
They think they know it all.
Jesus, it's a time
trying to get into their mind.
"All men want one thing! ! ! "
Not quite, Honey.
You can't make love all the time,
and despite your physical assets,
I want to be friends.

Up and down the West Coast
riding the length and breadth
of California, Oregon and Washington
no cares, no worries
all you need is gas
and let time pass.
Surf fishing and camping,
sleeping on the beach
letting my beard grow
letting life go.

Mark Ryan

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