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Poem
August 24, 1932
Windham County Observer
Putnam, Windham County, Connecticut
What is this article about?
A lyrical poem titled 'CROSS-ROADS' explores uncertainty in a non-physical relationship, where the speaker fears unreciprocated desire will destroy their spiritual comradeship.
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CROSS-ROADS
How can I be sure, dear,
You will understand
Since we have no language
Of the lips and hand,
We who meet like spirits
With no kiss or touch,
Speak with words alone, dear,
Words that cover much?
How can I be sure, dear,
You will sympathize,
Since we speak together
Only with the eyes?
I am of the earth, dear,
Hunger gnaws my heart,
Agony to see you,
Agony to part.
How can I be sure, dear,
If my hunger leap
Out beyond my ruling
Our bond will keep?
If you do not hunger
What am I to do?
There'll be no returning
To the comradeship we knew.
CROSS-ROADS
How can I be sure, dear,
You will understand
Since we have no language
Of the lips and hand,
We who meet like spirits
With no kiss or touch,
Speak with words alone, dear,
Words that cover much?
How can I be sure, dear,
You will sympathize,
Since we speak together
Only with the eyes?
I am of the earth, dear,
Hunger gnaws my heart,
Agony to see you,
Agony to part.
How can I be sure, dear,
If my hunger leap
Out beyond my ruling
Our bond will keep?
If you do not hunger
What am I to do?
There'll be no returning
To the comradeship we knew.
What sub-type of article is it?
Song
What themes does it cover?
Love Courtship
What keywords are associated?
Uncertain Love
Emotional Hunger
Distant Bond
Parting Agony
Comradeship
Poem Details
Title
Cross Roads
Key Lines
I Am Of The Earth, Dear,
Hunger Gnaws My Heart,
Agony To See You,
Agony To Part.
If You Do Not Hunger
What Am I To Do?
There'll Be No Returning
To The Comradeship We Knew.