Quote by Alfred Tennyson

Yet fill my glass: give me one kiss: My own sweet Alice, we must die. There's somewhat in this world amiss Shall be unriddled by and by. There's somewhat flows to us in life, But more is taken quite away. Pray, Alice, pray, my darling wife, That we may die the self-same day.

Yet fill my glass: give me one kiss: My own sweet Alice, we

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses a desire to embrace the joys of life while also acknowledging the inevitable reality of death. They feel that something is not quite right in the world, but believe that the mysteries and imbalances of life will eventually be revealed. The speaker acknowledges that while they may experience some happiness in life, it is often overshadowed by the loss and hardships they face. They express a wish that they and their beloved, Alice, may pass away together, possibly seeking solace in the thought of a shared journey beyond life's uncertainties.

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