Classic and Contemporary Poetry

THE KISS, by SARA TEASDALE Poet Analysis Poet's Biography
First Line: I hoped that he would love me
Last Line: As all the dreams I had.
Alternate Author Name(s): Filsinger, Ernest B., Mrs.
Subject(s): Kisses; Love

I hoped that he would love me,
And he has kissed my mouth,
But I am like a stricken bird
That cannot reach the south.

For tho' I know he loves me,
To-night my heart is sad;
His kiss was not so wonderful
As all the dreams I had.