핵심 개념
Despite the uncertainties of the future, the author chooses to be "all in," committed to believing in and embracing the world as it unfolds, drawing inspiration from the resilience and beauty of the natural world.
초록
The poem "All In" by Caroline Mellor is a reflective and poetic exploration of the author's perspective on the future. The piece begins with the author contemplating the future, introducing the Gaelic word "èit," which refers to the placement of quartz stones in moorland streams to attract salmon.
The author expresses uncertainty about the concept of utopia, but notes that even climate scientists are still having children, and the natural world continues to thrive, with the arrival of swifts, blossoming flowers, and the presence of various wildlife. The author expresses a desire for their children to know the world as "good and kind," though they cannot promise this.
Ultimately, the author declares that regardless of what the future may hold - whether it resembles a "freight train, a butterfly, a cliff edge, a wide open sky" - they are "all in," committed to believing in and embracing the future, even as they swim "against the current" towards the "moonlight." The poem conveys a sense of hope, resilience, and a determination to find meaning and beauty in the face of uncertainty.
인용구
"I'm not sure I believe in utopia, but climate scientists are still having children, and swifts will be arriving soon."
"I want my children to know the world as good and kind, though I can't promise them that."
"Whether or not the future cares, I'm all in, silver tail flapping, swimming for moonlight against the current."