The poem expresses longing and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The speaker is interested in someone who they watch from afar but who hasn't communicated with them in a week, leaving the speaker wondering if they ruined things by considering taking the relationship further. The speaker uses descriptions of the object of their affection's appearance and mannerisms to convey their interest without directly declaring it. They hope the other will make a move to progress the relationship.
The poem expresses longing and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The speaker is interested in someone who they watch from afar but who hasn't communicated with them in a week, leaving the speaker wondering if they ruined things by considering taking the relationship further. The speaker uses descriptions of the object of their affection's appearance and mannerisms to convey their interest without directly declaring it. They hope the other will make a move to progress the relationship.
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The poem expresses longing and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The speaker is interested in someone who they watch from afar but who hasn't communicated with them in a week, leaving the speaker wondering if they ruined things by considering taking the relationship further. The speaker uses descriptions of the object of their affection's appearance and mannerisms to convey their interest without directly declaring it. They hope the other will make a move to progress the relationship.
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