We came out into a clearing
at the top of a hill covered with tall
grass. Each stalk was topped with a heavy bunch
of big brown seeds. We stepped into the field.
The grass came up to our knees.
It was hot.
Jeff took off his jacket and tied it around
his waist.




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Uncle Roger File 3: Terminals by Judy Malloy
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