In My Arms

        As I hold you in my arms
        and you gently rock to sleep.
        I try to memorize your face,
        your tiny hands and feet.
5 –   For I know too soon this moment
       will just a memory be ...
       You’ll be grown and on your own
       and no longer needing me
       to kiss your hurts and dry your eyes
10 – and rock you till you sleep.
       So, I’ll treasure every moment
       to have memories I can keep.

SCHWARTZ, Julie. In my arms. Disponível em: <http:/
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Acesso em: 19 jul. 2010.

 

Based on the poem, follow the instructions:

• Identify who the “pronoun you” refers to in this poem.

• Say what the poet is trying to memorize and why.

• Mention the special occasions on which the poet will no longer be needed.