it may not always be so; and i say that if your lips…
“it may not always be so; and i say that if your lips, which i have loved, should touch another's, and your dear strong fingers clutch his heart, as mine in time not far away; if on another's face your sweet hair lay in such a silence as i know,or such great writhing words as, uttering overmuch, stand helplessly before the spirit at bay; if this should be, i say if this should be- you of my heart, send me a little word; that i may go unto him, and take his hands, saying, Accept all happiness from me. Then shall i turn my face,and hear one bird sing terribly afar in the lost lands.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A lover pleads for a small sign of affection before parting, hoping to keep love alive despite distance.
In simple terms: Ask for a tiny word before separation.
Key Takeaway
Seek a small gesture to preserve love.
Themes
love
longing
separation
communication
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- parting
- long-distance relationships
- seeking reassurance
Key Concepts
romantic yearning
emotional vulnerability
Questions to Reflect On
- What small gesture can sustain love across distance?
- How does longing shape our actions?
A Different Perspective
May not capture the complexity of mutual consent.