945 <br /> <br />This is a Blossom of the Brain— <br />A small—italic Seed <br />Lodged by Design or Happening <br />The Spirit fructified— <br /> <br />Shy as the Wind of his Chambers <br />Swift as a Freshet's Tongue <br />So of the Flower of the Soul <br />Its process is unknown. <br /> <br />When it is found, a few rejoice <br />The Wise convey it Home <br />Carefully cherishing the spot <br />If other Flower become. <br /> <br />When it is lost, that Day shall be <br />The Funeral of God, <br />Upon his Breast, a closing Soul <br />The Flower of our Lord.<br /><br />Emily Dickinson<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/this-is-a-blossom-of-the-brain/
