Thursday, May 16, 2013

Nothing Twice (Wislawa Szymborska)

This poem by Wislawa Szymborska is listed as a graduation poem. I guess that's accurate - it's about starting anew and how nothing is repeated so take nothing for granted and appreciate all. It could be for graduation or for any life altering event. Say having a child or quitting smoking.

While the poem seems quick didactic (I wish "I" was in it more), I really like how it is written. The comparisons she makes. Not too much pure imagery, but engaging nonetheless.

Favorite line: "Today is always gone tomorrow."

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