A charm invests a face Imperfectly beheld,— The lady dare not lift her veil For fear it be dispelled. But peers beyond her mesh, And wishes, and denies,— Lest interview annul a want That image satisfies.
Emily DickinsonFaith is a fine invention When gentlemen can see, But microscopes are prudent In an emergency.
Emily DickinsonAssent - and you are sane - Demur - and you're straightaway dangerous - and handled with a chain.
Emily Dickinson