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Quote by Tony Hoagland

“No matter how you feel you have to act like you are very popular with yourself; very relaxed and purposeful very unconfused and not like you are walking through the sunshine singing in chains.”

Quote by Tony Hoagland

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Tony Hoagland is an American poet known for his concise and profound poetry style. His works often explore personal emotions, natural landscapes, and profound questions about human existence. more

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