Send Me a Leaf
Send Me a Leaf - meaning Summary
A Small Request's Larger Meaning
The poem presents a brief, playful request: send a leaf gathered from a bush at least half an hour away. The speaker asks for an object that requires effort and a short journey, turning a simple gift into a test of intent and willingness. The act of fetching the leaf makes the giver "strong" and earns the speaker's gratitude, suggesting that small favors can convey sincerity and create connection.
Read Complete AnalysesSend me a leaf, but from a bush That grows at least one-half hour Away from your house, then You must go and will be strong, and I Thank you for the pretty leaf.
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