⦁ Cozy Apologia

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Theme

Love/Relationships

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"I could pick anything and think of you."

  • Analysis: This line establishes the speaker's deep affection for her partner, suggesting that even mundane objects remind her of him. The conversational tone reflects the intimacy of their relationship.

  • Context: Written as a tribute to Dove's husband, Fred Viebahn, the poem celebrates the comfort and ordinariness of their love

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"This lamp, the wind-still rain, the glossy blue / My pen exudes, drying matte, upon the page."

  • Analysis: The imagery of everyday objects emphasizes the simplicity and authenticity of their love. The use of sensory details like "glossy blue" and "drying matte" creates a vivid, tactile connection.

  • Context: The poem was written during Hurricane Floyd in 1999, which provides a backdrop of stillness and reflection

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"Big Bad Floyd."

  • Analysis: The personification of the hurricane as "Big Bad Floyd" adds a playful tone, contrasting with the potential danger of the storm. This reflects the speaker's ability to find humor and lightness even in challenging situations.

  • Context: Hurricane Floyd caused significant destruction on the U.S. East Coast in 1999, but the speaker focuses on the safety and comfort of her home.

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"We're content, but fall short of the Divine."

  • Analysis: This line acknowledges the ordinariness of their love, contrasting it with idealized, "divine" notions of romance. The speaker finds beauty in their imperfect, human connection.

  • Context: Dove challenges traditional romantic clichés, offering a modern, realistic portrayal of love.

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"Still, it's embarrassing, this happiness."

  • Analysis: The speaker's candid admission of her happiness adds a layer of vulnerability and authenticity. The word "embarrassing" suggests that such contentment feels almost indulgent or undeserved.

  • Context: The poem reflects Dove's postmodern approach, blending personal experience with broader themes of love and resilience.

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Historical Context:

  • Written in 1999 during Hurricane Floyd, which caused mass evacuations and destruction.

  • The poem is autobiographical, dedicated to Dove's husband, Fred Viebahn

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Literary Devices:

  • Personification: "Big Bad Floyd" gives the hurricane a playful, human-like quality.

  • Imagery: Everyday objects like "lamp" and "pen" symbolize the simplicity of love.

  • Free Verse: The conversational tone mirrors the speaker's reflective thoughts.

  • Juxtaposition: Contrasts the storm's chaos with the calm of their relationship.

  • Enjambment: Creates a flowing, natural rhythm, reflecting the speaker's train of thought.