See, blossoms, branches, fruit, leaves I have brought,
And then my heart that for you only sighs;
With those white hands of yours, oh, tear it not,
But let the poor gift prosper in your eyes.
The dew upon my hair is still undried,--
The morning wind strikes chilly where it fell.
Suffer my weariness here at your side
To dream the hour that shall it quite dispel.
Allow my head, that rings and echoes still
With your last kiss, to lie upon your breast,
Till it recover from the stormy thrill,--
And let me sleep a little, since you rest.
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Comments1Just finished reading "Green" for my literature homework. Wow, such a passionate and tender poem! 🥰 It's beautifully written and filled with emotion. The longing and love expressed is palpable. Absolutely marvellous! Literature homework ain't that bad if it involves reading this kind of poetry. 🌿 📚 ✔️