I'm not very literate when it comes to literature, but reading Tennyson's "In Memoriam," touched me in a special way. I too have experienced the death of a good friend, confidante, and best supporter of whatever it was I was doing in my life. This person was one who I attribute my success today.
I also felt "blights joy in all living things"pg. 599, when this happened to me. "He is not here, but far away, The noise of life begins again!" pg. 601. Somehow I was able to move on, for if I hadn't, I would not be where I am today. I think this is a beautiful and healthy way of mourning your best friend.
Gloria,
ReplyDeleteI am sorry for the loss of your friend, but having had that experience seems to cause you to engage much more personally and deeply with Tennyson's poem. As a result this post is one of your best. I would still have liked to see you discuss it at more length, though.
Gloria,
ReplyDeleteI really liked how deeply you connected with these works. Your sincerity was quite refreshing to me when I read this blog. Great job!