My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends - It gives a lovely light!
Edna St. Vincent Millay ("First Fig", A Few Figs From Thistles, 1920)
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Sorry, Could not follow what this poem is trying to convey? Is is about the philosophy of enjoying present to the fullest as if there is no tomorrow :-)
I like your interpretation better. This is such a deep meaning poem then. Thank you for en lighting me with such a thought provoking image of selfless love compared to a burning candle on both ends.
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Sorry, Could not follow what this poem is trying to convey? Is is about the philosophy of enjoying present to the fullest as if there is no tomorrow :-)
My interpretation...is that it's about... being selfless and beyond to the extent that you..may burn yourself but for other's happiness...
Reminds me of a hindi song...
Suraj na ban paye tho,
Jaltha deepak bantha chal,
Phool mile ya angare,
Sach ki raho pe chalta chal..
Sach ki raho pe chalta chal..
I like your interpretation better. This is such a deep meaning poem then. Thank you for en lighting me with such a thought provoking image of selfless love compared to a burning candle on both ends.
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