avatarJade Willow

Summary

The poem "Change of Color: Poetry" reflects on transformation, unheeded warnings, and enduring love despite irreversible changes.

Abstract

The "Yellow Butterfly Series" poem, titled "Change of Color," is a contemplation on change and constancy. It speaks to a protagonist who, despite transformations, remains fundamentally unchanged. The poem conveys a sense of loss and acceptance, as the speaker acknowledges the impossibility of reverting to the past. Themes of love and dreams permeate the verse, with the speaker expressing unconditional love and a poignant farewell to the dreams they once held for the subject.

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  • The speaker expresses regret over unheeded warnings, suggesting a sense of missed opportunities or the inevitability of consequences.
  • There is a recognition of the subject's core nature remaining unchanged, despite superficial alterations in appearance or circumstance.
  • The poem communicates a deep, unwavering love that persists regardless of the subject's choices or changes.
  • The speaker seems to come to terms with the subject's chosen path, indicating a form of resigned acceptance.
  • The imagery of dreams represented by stars falling from the sky illustrates a sense of loss and the end of aspirations.
  • The final goodbye signifies closure and the necessity of moving on in the face of irrevocable change.

Change of Color: Poetry

Yellow Butterfly Series

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Is this what you wanted? We tried to warn you But you never listened Gone with the wind Sitting here wishing But things will never again be different This time we all have to stay with it Some things change Some things don’t change I do know I’ll always love you anyway I’ll always have to be okay Because you chose this path for me You were always the same color Even when you changed hues Something within you never changed I look up at the sky At the stars And see all of my dreams for you hang Falling out the sky We were all right Goodbye.

Jade Willow.

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