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Discover a heartfelt poem by Ellen T. Fowler about love, the passing of time, and the joy of being together.
Have you ever noticed how quickly time passes when you are with someone you love? Even the longest summer day can seem far too short when it is filled with happiness and treasured moments. In her poem, The Longest Day, Ellen T. Fowler reminds us that love makes our time together precious.
Through the changing seasons, this poem speaks of sharing life's joys, facing difficult days together, and looking forward to a love that lasts beyond this life. As you read, may these verses remind you to appreciate the people you love and make the most of the time you share.
Updated October 15, 2026, by Catherine Pulsifer.
The Longest Day
Poet: Ellen T. Fowler
The summer's story
Has reached its glory,
Fulfilling all the sweet dreams of May;
The daylight lingers,
With rosy fingers
Defying night on the longest day,
Yet I remember
No dark December
When sunbeams seemed to elude delay
Like those which measure
The hours of pleasure
I spend with you on the longest day.
With you beside me
To cheer and guide me,
I feel - whatever the sages say -
That evening shadows
Across the meadows
Come all too soon on the longest day.
If we together
Face sunny weather,
And love each other when skies are gray,
Life's span shall be, dear,
To you and me, dear,
As short and sweet as the longest day.
And, dearest, after
The tears and laughter
Are all forgotten and passed away,
We two forever,
Where night falls never,
Will spend together the longest day.
Key Reflections In This Poem
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Treasure the time you have together.
Time seems to pass so quickly when we are with those we love. The poem reminds us to appreciate the little moments because they often become our most treasured memories.
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Love is important in every season of life.
Life will bring both sunny days and difficult ones. Having someone who cares for us and stands beside us can make those challenges easier to face.
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True love brings lasting hope.
The poet looks beyond the passing years and imagines a time when loved ones will never have to part. Her words remind us that love gives us comfort and hope, even as life changes.
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Conclusion
The Longest Day reminds us that no matter how many hours there are in a day, time with someone we love never seems long enough. Ellen T. Fowler beautifully expresses how love makes the ordinary moments of life special, whether we are enjoying happy times or facing difficult days.
May this poem encourage you to treasure the time you have with those who mean the most to you. We cannot stop the passing of time, but we can fill our days with kindness, love, and memories that will stay with us for years to come.
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