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Hey, it's me, Major Jackson.

We're reaching into the archive to bring you some of our favorites.

Here's one from Ada Limon's tenure as host.

Her thoughtfulness and deep love of poetry made her time on the show very special.

I hope you enjoy this selection from the archives.

Okay. you enjoy this selection from the archives. I'm Ada Limone and this is The Slowdown.

I am often laughing with my husband about our own idiosyncrasies,

the part of us that only we know, the things that could never be said to anyone else but each other.

I love that private language, that lexicon, my private moments, his private moments.

I have it with good friends, too, the things that don't require explanation. That's the real

history of us. In today's poem, we see the private language of habits, desires, and boundaries unfold.

I love how this poem gives us a glimpse into the private world of love.

This is a poem by Tracy Brimhall. I would do anything for love, but I won't cook lobster.

They're loyal sea rubies and deserve better than a pinch of lemon and herbed butter.

But I'll shower hot enough to brighten you, make zinias of your shoulders, and steal the towels when it's over.

Your water tattooed back a garden before it fades. I won't shave anything unless I feel like it.

But I'll wax whatever part of your body you request. I'm not an impasse,

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