That first airy rap, at moment of touching feet on the rock face. Photo by Ryan at next rap station. 25 May 2014.

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That first airy rap, at moment of touching feet on the rock face. Photo by Ryan at next rap station. 25 May 2014.

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“That first airy rap, at moment of touching feet on the rock face. Photo by Ryan at next rap station. 25 May 2014.”

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That first airy rap, at moment of touching feet on the rock face. Photo by Ryan at next rap station. 25 May 2014.

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