We Two by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1884)
The poem explores the theme of a romantic relationship between two people who are deeply in love. The speaker describes their connection as a spiritual and emotional bond that transcends the physical world. They believe that their love will endure even after death, and that they will be reunited in the afterlife. The poem expresses a sense of longing and yearning for the beloved, and a desire to be together forever.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1884 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophy · 312 words
First lines
We two make home of any place we go; We two find joy in any kind of weather; Or if the earth is clothed in bloom or snow, If summer days invite, or bleak winds blow, What matters it if we two are together? We two, we two, we make our world, our weather.
We two make banquets of the plainest fare; In every cup we find the thrill of pleasure; We hide with wreaths the furrowed brow of care, And win to smiles the set lips of despair. For us life always moves with lilting measure; We two, we two, we make our world, our pleasure.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophy, Inspirational
- Length: 312 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love, companionship, and the emotional bond between two people.
- Philosophy — The text explores philosophical ideas about life, happiness, and the nature of existence.
- Inspirational — The work aims to inspire and uplift through its positive portrayal of love and resilience.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Love · Relationships · Marriage · Partnership · Union · Togetherness · Emotions · Feelings · Intimacy · Passion