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Afro

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Victor Kunda for 82k. Magazine shot by Jamie Sinclair, Dela Studio

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An in-progress skateboarding lesson in Accra, Ghana, courtesy of Freedom Skatepark Accra

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"Unconditionally"

I want to love you—

Unconditionally, like roots love the earth,

Deep and unwavering, a steady rebirth.

I want to be your shelter, your safe, quiet space,

A place to let go, a warm, endless embrace.

I want to tend to you—

Mentally, physically, heart and soul,

Be the warmth that makes you whole.

When the day weighs you down, I’ll lift you with care,

With hands and heart, I’ll always be there.

Let me be your listener, your peace, your calm,

The steady beat in the palm of your palm.

I’ll massage away every worry, every trace,

As you spill your day, wrapped in this embrace.

And when words grow soft, I’ll cover you slow,

Head to toe in kisses, a gentle flow.

No rush, no hurry, just a love that’s true—

I want to love you completely, all of you.

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Feelyliving

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Megan Milan

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Rio de Janeiro, 1980. Bruno Barbey.

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JT for Complex Magazine, 2024

Photographed by Elizabeth De La Piedra

Creative Direction by Nygel Simons

Styling by Briana Andalore

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Priscilla Ahurama Donkoh (@sil_labae)

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Jamais Sans Ma Vespa (Never Without My Vespa), Sanlé Sory, 1980