Emily Dickinson

Growth of Man—like Growth of Nature

750 Growth of Man—like Growth of Nature— Gravitates within— Atmosphere, and Sun endorse it— Bit it stir—alone— Each—its difficult Ideal Must achieve—Itself— Through the solitary prowess Of a Silent Life— Effort—is the sole condition— Patience of Itself— Patience of opposing forces— And intact Belief— Looking on—is the Department Of its Audience— But Transaction—is assisted By no Countenance—