I do not know where either of us can turn

Just at first, waking from the sleep of each other.

I do not know how we can bear

The river struck by the gold plummet of the moon,

Or many trees shaken together in the darkness.

We shall wish not to be alone

And that love were not dispersed and set free—

Though you defeat me,

And I be heavy upon you.

But like earth heaped over the heart

Is love grown perfect.

Like a shell over the beat of life

Is love perfect to the last.

So let it be the same

Whether we turn to the dark or to the kiss of another;

Let us know this for leavetaking,

That I may not be heavy upon you,

That you may blind me no more.

Leave-Taking by Louise Bogan, poetryfoundation.org

This poem reflects then nearly universal sentiment of love and heartbreak. This poem is interesting because of this universality and its ability to appeal to a wide range of audiences. Its metaphorical references also enhance this sense. The poem begins with a sort of feeling of heartache and longing but ends with a sense of moving on and recovery.