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“I kept the fingers of my left hand crossed all the time, while on my right-hand fingers I counted anything at all—steps to the refrigerator, seconds on the clock, words in a sentence—to keep my head occupied. The counting felt like something to hang on to, as if finding the right numbers might somehow crack the code on whatever system ran the slippery universe we were moving through.”

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Mary Karr
Mary Karr

Mary Karr is an American poet born on January 16, 1955. Her work is known for its raw and candid style, particularly for her memoir poetry. Karr's poetry and prose delve into personal experiences, family relationships, and emotional struggles, which have resonated with readers. more

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