tell it slant

why must i want to be known, to be understood? i ache to be heard, but i cower in my thoughts and hide in my dreams. i am known by God alone.

is that not enough?



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tell all the truth but tell it slant-

success in circuit lies

too bright for our infirm delight

the truth's superb surprise

as lightning to the children eased

with explanation kind

the truth must dazzle gradually

or every man be blind-

-e.d.-