- I chose to reflect on the poem "Working Together" by David Whyte. The title of this poem reflects on how intangible (non-touchable) things positively work together with tangible things to create an outcome in our world.
2. What is the tone of the poem?
- The tone of the poem is very uplifting. It's positively optimistic, yet true.
3. What is your mood as you read it?
- As I read the poem, I feel very content thinking about how everything in our world works together to produce a positive outcome. Yet, it also makes me question this idea and question how things truly work in our world.
4. Is there a Shift? Where? From what to what?
- Yes, there is a Shift. It is located where Whyte says, "I am thinking of a way." Here, the poem shifts from talking about tangible things working together to intangible things.
5. What is the theme of the poem?
- The theme of the poem is to trust in the things you can see along with the things you cannot.
Thinking about and answering these questions helped me to better understand the poem. By reflecting on my answers, I was able to understand the meaning behind the author's words and his purpose for writing this piece.
