I'd rather have two good friends, than 500,000 admirers.
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XVII Lady, i will touch you with my mind. Touch you and touch and touch until you give me suddenly a smile,shyly obscene (lady i will touch you with my mind.)Touch you,that is all, lightly and you utterly will become with infinite care the poem which i do not write.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses deep affection and connection through mental and emotional intimacy rather than physical touch.
E. E. Cummings' quote reflects the profound emotional exchange that can occur between two people, suggesting that true connection and love can be achieved through the mind and spirit. The poet illustrates the idea that through mental intimacy and tender thoughts, one can evoke deep feelings and connections that capture the essence of love, leading to a transformation as powerful and beautiful as a poem.
Themes
LoveIntimacyConnectionPoetryAffection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote would be perfect for a Valentine's Day card to express deep emotional love.
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