MARCH 1997		T H E RAVEN C H R O N I C L E S
			A R T H U R . T U L E E
	Untitled: IN MY MYTHOS American Grit From 1 Injun To Another (Waiting For Coyote) Untitled: The world ends tonight at half past ten. In The Zone Again Saving Face		American Grit   It ain't no birthright it's a habit a talent for making the most of anything even death I see your american grit your iron halo precedes you as sure as a concrete résume you cause our hunger for heroics our search for validation and triumph Your blood sweat and sex fluids ooze a confidence based on your earth your birthplace your hometown truly your first orgasm never ends Breathing in your space now there's a privilege take us with you make your destiny ours drop on us your vibe your mojo your dharma your aroma approve our imitations of your uniqueness We are special in you . . . .
			© The Raven Chronicles 1997

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