2.—kissing Helena

by Percy Bysshe Shelley — a poem card from Justes Mots

A playful, intimate poem about the speaker's soul accompanying a kiss to Helena, with tender, metaphysical imagery. Shelley captures the union of physical and spiritual passion in just six lines. Perfect for romantic occasions celebrating devotion and intimate connection.

Kissing Helena, together
With my kiss, my soul beside it
Came to my lips, and there I kept it,—
For the poor thing had wandered thither,
To follow where the kiss should guide it, _5
Oh, cruel I, to intercept it!…

Themes: love · new-baby · wedding · friendship