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Emotion 365: The Land of Unity, the Capitol Solidarity

Bridges cross Unity arching over rivers. Archways lead to courtyards. Steps rise throughout Unity leading to bridges. Unitians plan, work, and build the architecture of Unity. There are well-planned and well-kept fountains, sculptures, hedge mazes, and many gardens. The beautiful city is easy to navigate but there’s a trick to it. Newcomers often get lost in the intricacy. 

Unitians are unfailingly polite and helpful. They will always show a lost traveler the way so long as they ask. They will take a traveler by the hand and guide them, “Come with me, I’ll take you there.” 

Unitians stay in Unity their entire lives. It’s a perfect land for young and the old. Unitians always say “we” not I. 

The bridges of Unity are famous especially the Eight Bridges of Solidarity. The capitol Solidarity rests at the top of eight directional bridges. People walk up to Solidarity from all points on the Compass of Unity. 

During earthquakes the Bridges of Solidarity shake but do not break. Solidarity remains affixed to its mores. The Ships of Solidarity sometimes sail to other lands. Solidarians know the art of listening. They understand concerns. 

People may immigrate to Unity provided they agree to the tenants of the land. All are welcome in Solidarity provided they repeat the Great Vow, which says, in essence: We stand together.

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