She plucked a blossom fair to see;
Upon my coat I let her pin it;
And thus we stood beneath the tree
A minute.
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*** OXYMORON: [[ UNLIKE myself, who is only a moron ]] An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines two words or phrases with opposite meanings to create a new idea or meaning' bri
I say that 'a roguish sweetness' is (or almost is) an oxymoron ***. Agree? Well, maybe it is better than NO SWEETNESS! ! ? (CONT.)
roguish: ro·guish /ˈrōɡiSH/ adjective 'characteristic of a dishonest or unprincipled person.' (cont.)
A decoration of love promptly repaid by a minute long kiss: and afterwards probably with a loving that'll last a lifetime. A less than a minute good read. read.
A very clever worded poem of fleeting moments.TOP Marks 5 Stars!
A delightful poem by Ellis Parker Butler. It captures a brief yet significant moment between two people.
TWO: on their heart. The brevity of the encounter contrasts with the lasting emotional effect, reflecting changing social norms of the early 20th century. It suggests a shift away from traditional courtship values toward a more modern and open attitude toward relationships.
ONE: It revolves around a brief encounter between two people. The poem captures a moment when the speaker kisses someone, and that fleeting connection leaves a lasting impact
CONGRATS being chosen by Poem Hunter and Team as The Modern Poem Of The Day.5 Stars Top Marks
I like this poem very much since the poet's skillful use of concise language beautifully captured in this poem, the essence of this fleeting experience. The poem captures a simple yet powerful moment: a kiss shared between two people. In just a single minute, Amazingly done!
FOUR: Very cleverly done: THE poet's skillful use of concise language beautifully captures the essence of this fleeting experience. CONGRATS! A cleverest worded poem of fleeting moments.5 Stars!
THREE: The brevity of the encounter contrasts with the lasting emotional impact, emphasizing the significance of even the briefest moments in our lives.
TWO: the poet experiences a transformative event that lingers in their heart long after the physical act has passed
I do not see my comments yet, once again here: ONE: the central theme revolves around the fleeting nature of time and the profound impact a brief moment can have on our life. I do not see my comment yet
THREE: A romantic connection of fleeting moments. Congratulations! The Modern Poem Of The Day, a beautiful romantic connection.in fleeting moments
TWO: Within the span of a minute, they exchange a kiss, leaving a lasting impact on the poet's heart. Despite the brevity of the interaction, the memory lingers, emphasizing the power of small moments in shaping our emotions and memories.
ONE: In "A Minute" by Ellis Parker Butler, the central theme revolves around a fleeting moment of connection and intimacy. The poem describes a brief encounter where the speaker and another person share a simple gesture—a blossom pinned to the poet's coat.
A sweet poem! How different is that last minute from the first minute! The first one passes so quickly, but the last minute never leaves the poet! It becomes his eternal part.
A beautiful poem of love crafted with wit. Brilliant depiction on the power of love.