Conviction (iv)

Portrait of Stevie Smith
Stevie Smith 1902–1971

I like to get off with people, I like to lie in their arms I like to be held and lightly kissed, Safe from all alarms.

I like to laugh and be happy With a beautiful kiss, I tell you, in all the world There is no bliss like this.

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