And my walls no longer stand.
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HOUSE ON THE YELLOW SAND. 21 Trust not the golden, yellow sand,The sea, nor the changeful blast ; Dig deep in the strength of the fast-set land,And thy home shall stand as fast. 1860. 22
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— William Blake
Does the Eagle know what is in the pit?
Or wilt thou go ask the Mole:
Can Wisdom be put in a silver rod?
Or Love in a golden bowl?
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