Dying, he’d decided, was a fate for lesser men. He didn’t believe in death, at least not for him.

my name is a free clinic / wedding on a project roof / every head two-toned every mouth / gold-toothed.

This island is a bridge / between the Orishas / and the astronauts.

The consequences of showcasing painted faces / In a world where we still remain nameless

I think the thread of history through the collection is very significant. "Blues for Sweet Thing" is inspired by Nina Simone's song "Four Women."