actually it was a line dylan thomas often said, or wrote in letters, in reference to his constant need for money and barrage of begging letters aimed at that end.
Gotcha. I'm (obviously) not terribly familiar with Dylan Thomas. I know, I know, the blasphemey of it all!
I have heard that before, I realize now that you've explained, but it wasn't something I could call immediately to mind. And being someone who likes to dabble in the macbre, the "ravens" bit leapt out at me. One track mind, what can I say?
Oh, and since it *is* Halloween, I believe I'll post
this, just because. And yes, I saw another version at AuthorScoop first.
OTOH, it did give me a bit of an idea, so thanks for that! Six hours and counting. Or is it seven? Stupid time change. *wanders away, muttering*