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As Adam, Early in the Morning
AS Adam, early in the morning,
Walking forth from the bower, refresh’d with sleep;
Behold me where I pass-hear my voice-approach,
Touch me-touch the palm of your hand to my Body as I pass;
Be not afraid of my Body. 5
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