Heart, we will forget him!

emily dickinson

Emily Dickinson (1830-1886)



Heart, we will forget him!
You an I, tonight!
You may forget the warmth he gave,
I will forget the light.

When you have done, pray tell me
That I my thoughts may dim;
Haste! lest while you're lagging.
I may remember him!

 

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