You move forward but I retreat.

Summary

The poem reflects on a dynamic where one person advances in a relationship while the other withdraws, possibly due to conflicting emotions and past experiences.

Abstract

The poem captures the essence of a complicated relationship where the speaker's emotions are in conflict. As the other person moves closer, the speaker feels an initial excitement but then pulls away. This push and pull is mirrored in the speaker's internal struggle between what their mind, heart, and love are telling them. The poem also alludes to a history where the speaker was asked to leave, suggesting a pattern of retreat in the face of potential intimacy or commitment. The speaker acknowledges the cyclical nature of this pattern, recognizing that history seems to be repeating itself.

Opinions

The speaker experiences mixed feelings, with their mind and heart providing conflicting guidance.
Despite the speaker's love wanting to move forward, their trust holds them back, indicating past hurt or betrayal.
There is a sense of resignation or acceptance of the pattern of retreat, as the speaker acknowledges the repetition of history.
The poem suggests that the speaker's current behavior in the relationship is influenced by an event from two years prior, where they were asked to leave by the same person.
The use of the phrase "You move forward But I retreat" as a recurring motif emphasizes the speaker's consistent response to the other person's advances.

You Move Forward But I Retreat.

Ask me about love and I will take your name.