We twain have met like the ships upon the sea, Who hold an hour's converse, so short, so sweet; One little hour! And then, away they speed On lonely paths, through mist and cloud and foam, To meet no more.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Two people met briefly and then went separate ways forever.
- In plain terms
- We met for one hour and never saw each other again.
- What can you take from it?
- Some meetings are short and final.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Was a short meeting worth it?
- Do you miss brief encounters?
Another view
Sometimes people meet again.
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