Absence, hear thou my protestation Against thy strength, Distance, and length; Do what thou canst for alteration
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker protests against the power of absence and distance to change their feelings.
- In plain terms
- Distance cannot change how much I love you.
- What can you take from it?
- True feelings endure despite physical separation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What keeps you connected when apart?
- How do you handle distance?
Another view
Prolonged absence can test even strong bonds.
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