We souls that eat
Become — in the wanting
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This is the Long storied sneeze
The held breath
The lost eye

We souls that want
Become — in the eating
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This is the new friend
Young and kind
A seat away
But listening for passion’s sake

We souls that know
Become — in the telling
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This is the brief meal
With once-strangers
Growing fat
Upon the laughter’s true leaning

We souls that tell
Become — in the knowing
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