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How can I feed my Children?

By: Ariel C
New York, Grade: 4

Oh, how I miss my wife so much! Since she passed away, I had to quit my job. I had to live on the money we had. Today we are going to spend the last dollars we have. Oh how can I feed my children? I have to find a job!

My children and I are desperate. Our rent is due in a week,and we don't have enough money to pay it. And I only have enough money left for I week.We really need some money.

My children and I went out. My daughter and son saw a job advertisement. We were so overjoyed! Here's our chance!
 

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