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The Guardian - UK
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Carol Rumens

Poem of the week: Breadcrumbs for the Sparrows by Paul Bailey

Paul Bailey.
‘You have to laugh’ … Paul Bailey. Illustration: Rowan Righelato/The Guardian

Rose

He did not back away
when the first glowing someone in his life
encompassed him
in welcoming arms

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