By
April 14, 2015

I sent you to the hospital. Who knew burns could be so damaging? On top of this, they even suggested I poisoned you.

Your atmosphere is dwindling, I suppose that is my fault too. An apology will have no worth, since I let your garden wizen. As for the murder, that was me. Your snowman was a nice fellow, so I’m sorry you had to see him go. I hope you took a picture.

But let me shed some light on your troubles, because that is what I do. It isn’t easy being someone everyone looks up to, as I have flaws too. I shine so brightly, my flaws are invisible to you.

Answer: The Sun

Horgan is a member of
the class of 2017.

Chris Horgan
Chris Horgan '17
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