Love Quote by Sara Teasdale
““ Message I heard a cry in the night, A thousand miles it came, Sharp as a flash of light, My name, my name! It was your voice I heard, You waked and loved me so -- I send you back this word, I know, I know!””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Message” (published 1915)
A desperate call for connection, yearning for a loved one’s voice across distance.
In simple terms: Longing for a loved one’s voice.
Key Takeaway
Seek and cherish meaningful communication.
Themes
longing
connection
voice
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- nighttime reflection
- writing a letter
- separated lovers
Key Concepts
poetry
yearning
distance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the voice symbolize for you?
- How do you respond to longing?
A Different Perspective
The poem’s intensity may feel overly dramatic.
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