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Just Listen

Sarah Dessen

All you could do was take on as much weight as you can bear. And if you’re lucky, there’s someone close enough by to shoulder the rest.

Behind the line

What it means

Our interpretation.

The weight stands for troubles a person can only carry up to a point. Someone nearby may be able to share what is left. The line recognizes personal limits and the comfort of having help.

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