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This reads as a reminder to move past surface admiration. It points to a fuller kind of regard, one that values a person's distinctness and accepts her as she is, not as an ideal. It lands in relationships where attraction can easily slip into possession or fantasy, and asks for attention, affection, and respect to stay in balance.
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About M.F. Moonzajer
M.F. Moonzajer is a contemporary Iranian-American poet and essayist. Their work explores themes of displacement, identity, and the intersections of language and belonging, often weaving personal narrative with broader cultural reflections. Known for their lyrical precision and emotional depth, they address the complexities of migration and the search for home in fragmented worlds.
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