Personal Narrative: My Zombie State Of Mind

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The day began much the same as any other – meaning I managed to stumble out of bed and drift through the menial tasks of the morning, but little else. In short, nothing terribly interesting happened beyond the fact I didn’t singe my eyebrows off or burn my home down in an effort to cook breakfast. Actually, considering my zombie state of mind, I completed my chores with a shocking amount of success. An achievement, I must admit, that inspired me to journey beyond the walls of my safe little box yet again.
I set out fairly early, this time determined to explore the area closer to my oh-so-humble abode, curious as to what riches I might find. That said, never could I have imagined what I did discover – a virtual treasure trove of plants!

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