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 Really? 

I’ve never had any desire for leaving a trace or legacy whatsoever. 

In fact, once I’m dead, I would love to be forgotten as soon as possible. 

It helps to know that we will all be forgotten in time. 

None of us is above this hard truth. Even Marcus Aurelius knew it 2000 years ago. 

Not sure why he keeps coming back to the forefront of my thoughts lately.