“Giver of gifts for those who will see them: You and I, cactus, we are clear on the quiet exchanges The desert makes with its creature citizens. In passing by, and every time, I never fail to wave. As every time I see you, you are invariably--invariably-- Waving your arms in delight in seeing me.”
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Not Go Away Is My Name
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