To me, the use of the dialect in this poem makes the sentiments in the poem seem more realistic and heart-felt.
The basic idea of this poem is that the speaker is still in love with her husband even though they are getting old. I feel that this theme is...
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To me, the use of the dialect in this poem makes the sentiments in the poem seem more realistic and heart-felt.
The basic idea of this poem is that the speaker is still in love with her husband even though they are getting old. I feel that this theme is conveyed more effectively through dialect than it would be through formal language.
The reason for that is that dialect is sort of a homey, intimate language. It is quite suitable for a couple that has been together for so long and is so comfortable together.