I have my books And my poetry to protect me; I am shielded in my armor, Hiding in my room, safe within my womb. I touch no one and no one touches me. I am a rock, I am an island.

Paul Simon
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In this poem, the speaker is describing her feelings of isolation and hiding from others. She does not feel like she needs to be touched and for this reason she does not want to be touched by others. Instead, she wants to be a rock that no one can move, an island that no one can reach. This beautiful poem makes it clear that there are times when we need to be separated from others in order for us to protect ourselves. When we are isolated, we are protected without relying on others for our safety.

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