Accustomed Quote by Amiri Baraka

“Lately, I've become accustomed to the way The ground opens up and envelopes me Each time I go out to walk the dog.” quote by Amiri Baraka — Download Open image

“Lately, I've become accustomed to the way The ground opens up and envelopes me Each time I go out to walk the dog.”

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