To One Unknown

Helen Dudley

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1886 to 1932

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I have seen the proudest stars
That wander on through space,
Even the sun and moon,
But not your face.

I have heard the violin,
The winds and waves rejoice
In endless minstrelsy;
Yet not your voice.

I have touched the trillium,
Pale flower of the land,
Coral, anemone,
And not your hand.

I have kissed the shining feet
Of Twilight lover-wise,
Opened the gates of Dawn—
Oh, not your eyes!

I have dreamed unwonted things,
Visions that witches brew,
Spoken with images,
Never with you.

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(2025-07-05 10:56)

"Wow! The music was so ethereal. I loved the longing feel of this poem. This music makes me feel sober, and my own longing finds a temporary reprieve until it's ready to take flight again. I'd like you to set two more of her poems to music: 1) 'Against the sun...' and 2) 'Song' ('A few more windy days...')."

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"Thank you. I appreciate hearing that you found a sense of reprieve in the arrangement. Helen Dudley’..."Richard

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