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Look back with longing eyes and know that I will follow…

“Look back with longing eyes and know that I will follow, Lift me up in your love as a light wind lifts a swallow, Let our flight be far in sun or blowing rain– But what if I heard my first love calling me again? Hold me on your heart as the brave sea holds the foam, Take me far away to the hills…” quote by Sara Teasdale
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““Look back with longing eyes and know that I will follow, Lift me up in your love as a light wind lifts a swallow, Let our flight be far in sun or blowing rain– But what if I heard my first love calling me again? Hold me on your heart as the brave sea holds the foam, Take me far away to the hills that hide your home; Peace shall thatch the roof and love shall latch the door– But what if I heard my first love calling me once more?””

Sara Teasdale

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The poet longs for love’s guidance, seeking comfort and adventure while fearing loss.

In simple terms: Yearning for love’s support and adventure.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love’s guidance despite uncertainty.

Themes

love longing adventure fear

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

poetic romantic

When to use this quote

  • relationship building
  • creative writing
  • personal growth
  • spiritual seeking

Key Concepts

romanticism metaphor nature imagery

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “first love” symbolize for you?
  • How can you balance dependence and independence?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing love may overlook personal agency.

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