But a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams. ✨ Maya Angelou (2013).…

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But a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams. ✨ Maya Angelou (2013). Shaker, Why Don't You Sing?, p.20, Random House
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But a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams. ✨ Maya Angelou (2013). Shaker, Why Don't You Sing?, p.20, Random House

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