Poems

I really enjoyed the two poems we read in class this week.

"To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time" by Robert Herrick

The poet points out the sad fact that time flies. And as we grow up, we will only have less and less time left in our life. Therefore, he encourage the younger generation to embrace the beauty of youth and take advantages of the opportunities that are given to make life extraordinary. I agree with him that time goes by very fast. I still remember the very first day of high school, and now I am less than fourth months away from graduation. Looking back, I think that I should have use my time more wisely.

"She Walks in Beauty" Lord Byron

The poet saw a gorgeous woman walking gracefully. She is extremely beautiful that her eyes, cheeks and brows are all perfect. In addition to her physical appearance, her heart is also pure and innocent.

This is a very sweet love poem. The author uses similies and personifications to compare the woman with light and to create an image of a beautiful woman

This reminds me of the love Orsino has for Olivia. He falls in love with Olivia majorly because she is young and beautiful. It is interesting to see that when people see others, if he/she is pretty outside, we assume that person has a nice personality as well.