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“i was really into communal living and we were all / such free spirits, crossing the country we were / nomads and artists and no one ever stopped / to think about how the one working class housemate / was whoring to support a gang of upper middle class / deadheads with trust fund safety nets and connecticut / childhoods, everyone was too busy processing their isms / to deal with non-issues like class....and it’s just so cool / how none of them have hang-ups about / sex work they’re all real / open-minded real / revolutionary you know / the legal definition of pimp is / one who lives off the earnings of / a prostitute, one or five or / eight and i’d love to stay and / eat some of the stir fry i’ve been cooking / for y’all but i’ve got to go fuck / this guy so we can all get stoned and / go for smoothies tomorrow, save me / some rice, ok?”

Quote by Michelle Tea

Book:The Beautiful: Collected Poems

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The Beautiful: Collected Poems

This compilation gathers a selection of poems that delve into the concept of beauty from various perspectives, showcasing the depth and diversity of the poet's work. more

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Michelle Tea is an American author born in 1971. Her works cover a variety of themes, including gender, identity, and community. Tea is known for her unique narrative style and profound insights into the lives of marginalized groups. more

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