Much madness is divinest sense
To a discerning eye;
Much sense the starkest madness.
‘T is the majority
In this, as all, prevails.
Assent, and you are sane;
Demur – you’re straightway dangerous
And handled with a chain.
From Life by Emily Dickinson
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Awesome.
Winter, it’s such an inspiring poem….
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Awesome.
Winter, it’s such an inspiring poem….