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Bare Spirit: The Selected Poems of Susan Marshall

Book by Susan L. Marshall · 5 quotes · Body, Spirit, Mind

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“Like clay was the sand in my fingers, moulding into hooded, echoing figures. Past clay voices mixed with sea water, gurgling words of anger and blame. I now smear sand clay upon my dress, white linen heavy with new marks. I carry the harsh voices as I spin around and open my arms to the lighthouse. [New Clay Linen]”

“Your manicured lawn did dissipate, revealing a garden dug with holes. Secrets germinated deep within, blossoming into botanical madness. A mix of grass stalks and fallen leaves, swept single letters across the ground. Digging and planting them into the dirt, you helped me bring earth to my words. [Awakening North]”