Eye Quote by William Butler Yeats
“Ah, let us kiss each other's eyes,/And laugh our love away.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Song of the Wandering Aengus” (1917)
The poet invites lovers to share a tender, intimate connection that transcends sorrow, using eye contact and laughter as symbols of love’s resilience.
In simple terms: Share love through eye contact and laughter.
Key Takeaway
Cherish simple, joyful intimacy.
Themes
love
joy
resilience
Mood
romantic
hopeful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- friendship
- grief coping
- mindful presence
Key Concepts
intimacy
poetic metaphor
emotional healing
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor sustain love?
- What role does eye contact play in intimacy?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex emotions.
