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‘—stories—children whispered to one another—weaving—carpets, while they could still see—about this possible future life—that only the blind are free—Besides, it’s not a sad story—some—got away. But they became throat-cutters—They couldn’t become the carpet-merchants—or the brothel-owners. They didn’t have—capital. So they had—dirty work—Where will you be? Under the tree—chestnut. You won’t see me, but I’ll be there.’
— Nov 07, 2026 02:06AM
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emily
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‘Gods always come in handy, they justify almost anything—You’ll get over it, he says. You’ll live. The orange tulips—Yesterday I went to the doctor—He told me that I have developed what used to be called a heart, as if healthy people didn’t have one. It seems I will not after all keep on living forever—I should not have moved back here to live. But by that time I couldn’t think of anywhere—Better the devil you know.’
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‘The car fell 100 ft into the ravine, smashing through the treetops feathery with new leaves, then burst into flames—rolled down into the shallow creek at the bottom—Nothing much was left of her but charred smithereens. It wasn’t the brakes—She had her reasons. Not that they were ever the same as anybody else’s reasons. She was completely ruthless in that way. I was furious with her for what she’d done—stop howling—’
— Nov 06, 2026 11:19AM