(4 April 1928)

poet Maya Angelou
#2 on top 500 poets

Awaking in New York

Curtains forcing their will
against the wind,
children sleep,
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  • Walterrean Salley (4/1/2013 2:39:00 PM)

    An interesting morning read. Very enjoyable. Thank you Mrs. Angelou

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  • Ramesh Rai (2/21/2012 6:50:00 AM)

    A lovely poem. i do not find appropriate word to praise

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  • Mishack Mchunu (1/27/2012 2:51:00 PM)

    I ALWAYS ENJOY YOUR POETRY. ON AGING BEST POEM EVER!

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