Summary
"Shake Hands" is a reflective poem about the author's relationship with darkness and the transition from winter to spring.
Abstract
The poem "Shake Hands" by Connie Song captures the author's journey over months, learning to coexist with darkness. It describes the author's interaction with the darkness, which seems to vanish with the arrival of morning, leaving a sense of wonder. The poem also touches on the rejuvenating effect of late February's warmth, as the author notices the sunshine and feels a newfound energy. However, the night moon's presence brings a comforting companionship, making the solitude more bearable. The poem concludes with the author symbolically shaking hands with the darkness, suggesting a mutual understanding and acceptance.
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It’s been months now that I’ve learned to make friends with the darkness: it frowns at the sight of my crumpled bed sheets, but by the time morning comes, it is long gone, leaving me wondering where the darkness hides.
The warmup in late February adds a spring to my step as I see bits of sunshine piercing the sky. But the night moon soon arrives and I feel slightly less alone as I shake hands with the darkness.
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