dying is fine)but Death

e.e. cummings

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dying is fine)but Death

?o
baby
i

wouldn't like

Death if Death
were
good:for

when(instead of stopping to think)you

begin to feel of it,dying
's miraculous
why?be

cause dying is

perfectly natural;perfectly
putting
it mildly lively(but

Death

is strictly
scientific
& artificial &

evil & legal)

we thank thee
god
almighty for dying
(forgive us,o life!the sin of Death

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  • Kirsten poem girl

    After reading e.e. cummings' poetry, I feel both profound and deep. He takes the morbid subject of death and contemplates its role in life, which calls for thoughtful reflection. He continues to surprise me with his unique view of the world. 😊📚✨