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The mat says come as you are, not with each departure packed. Coats remember storms like dogs remember roads; the hallway still smells of weather and you. I leave one bare light on— a window’s square—that’s the rule. Spare key under jasmine. Bring the truth, not the suitcase. If you’re here to practise exits, keep the engine running. If you’re here to stay, arrive empty-handed and stay.
Lyrics
The mat says come as you are No lists no packed plans Wet coats keep storm smell This hall keeps you I leave one light on A window square glow Say why you came Then we go Say it straight then stay Leave the bags just stay Spare key under jasmine Soil on my palm Door clicks like truth Your boots find calm If you came to practise exits Keep the motor on If you came to live here Kill the engine, come on Say it straight then stay Leave the bags just stay Bring the truth, not luggage I hold the door Say it straight then stay (then stay) Leave the bags just stay (just stay)
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