I wonder why bereaved people even bother with mourning clothes when the grief itself provides such an unmistakable wardrobe. (Jandy Nelson)

I wonder why bereaved people even bother with mourning clothes when the grief itself provides such an unmistakable wardrobe.

Jandy Nelson

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