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With you, intimacy colors my voice. Even 'hello' sounds like 'come here'.
Warsan Shire
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Warsan Shire
Age: 36
Born: 1988
Born: January 1
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Republic of Kenya
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I want to love, but my hair smells of war and running and running.
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Make love like you have no secrets like you've never been left never been hurt like the world don't owe you a single wretched thing.
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My heart is a flower blossoming out of my mouth.
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Every mouth you’ve ever kissed was just practice. All the bodies you’ve ever undressed and ploughed in to were preparing you for me. I don’t mind tasting them in the memory of your mouth. Was it a long journey? Did it take you long to find me? You’re here now, welcome home.
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How far have you walked for men who've never held your feet in their laps?
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My alone feels so good, I'll only have you if you're sweeter than my solitude.
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Two people who were once very close can without blame or grand betrayal become strangers. Perhaps this is the saddest thing in the world.
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