NOW, dearest comrade, lift me to your face, 
We must separate awhile—Here! take from my lips this kiss. 
Whoever you are, I give it especially to you; 
So long!—And I hope we shall meet again.

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Poet: Walt Whitman
Poem: 33. To the Reader at Parting.
Volume: Leaves of Grass
- 22. Gathered Leaves
Year: Published/Written in 1900
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