The Gardener 21: Why Did He Choose to Come
The Gardener 21: Why Did He Choose to Come - meaning Summary
A Visitor of Longing
A speaker notices a young, wandering visitor who repeatedly appears at their door and evokes unsettled feelings. They are torn between speaking and remaining silent as the stranger’s face and songs capture their attention. Seasonal images—cloudy July nights, soft autumn skies, restless spring winds—underscore the visitor’s changing music and the speaker’s emotional confusion. The poem explores sudden attraction, hesitation, and the quiet power of presence that disturbs routine.
Read Complete AnalysesWhy did he choose to come to my door, the wandering youth, when the day dawned? As I come in and out I pass by him every time, and my eyes are caught by his face. I know not if I should speak to him or keep silent. Why did he choose to come to my door? The cloudy nights in July are dark; The sky is soft blue in the autumn; The spring days are restless with the south wind. He weaves his songs with fresh tunes every time. I turn from my work and my eyes fill with the mist. Why did he choose to come to my door?
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