Category Archives: Emily Dickinson

Notes in Emily Dickinson’s pocket – “Soul, wilt thou toss again?” (Life, 3)

Posted on June 4, 2016 by Joy of Fishes

‌ Soul, wilt thou toss again? By just such a hazard Hundreds have lost, indeed, But tens have won an all. Angels’ breathless ballot Lingers to record thee; Imps in eager caucus Raffle for my soul. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ … Continue reading →

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Notes in Emily Dickinson’s pocket – “Our share of night to bear” (Life, 2)

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Joy of Fishes

‌ Our share of night to bear, Our share of morning, Our blank in bliss to fill, Our blank in scorning. Here a star, and there a star, Some lose their way. Here a mist, and there a mist, Afterwards—day! … Continue reading →

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Notes in Emily Dickinson’s pocket – “Success is counted sweetest” (Life, 1)

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Joy of Fishes

Success is counted sweetest By those who ne’er succeed. To comprehend a nectar Requires sorest need. Not one of all the purple host Who took the flag to-day Can tell the definition, So clear, of victory, As he, defeated, dying, … Continue reading →

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