There is only as much space, only as much time, Only as much desire, only as many words, Only as many pages, only as much ink To accept all of us at light-speed Hurrying into the Promised Land Of oblivion that is waiting for us sooner or later.
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About Dejan Stojanovic

Dejan Stojanovic was serbian poet and journalist. Dejan Stojanović is a Serbian American poet, writer, essayist, philosopher, businessman, and former journalist. His poetry is characterized by a recognizable system of thought, and poetic devices that border on philosophy and a highly reflective overall tone. Read more on Wikipedia →

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  • Poetry — The art of language, rhythm, and emotional expression
  • Time — Reflections on the passage of time and how we spend it
  • Wisdom — Timeless insights drawn from experience and reflection

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