Quote by Philip Levine

I realized poetry's the thing that I can do 'cause I can stick at it and work with tremendous intensity.

I realized poetry's the thing that I can do 'cause I can sti

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This quote expresses the realization that the speaker has found their passion and talent in poetry. They acknowledge that they possess the ability to commit themselves to this craft with great focus and determination. By recognizing their capacity to persevere and work intensely at poetry, the speaker comes to the understanding that it is an avenue where they can excel and make a meaningful contribution.

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