storm windows

“Storm windows” By Howard Nemerov’s ambition. Setting of the poem is late fall, as shown by the putting up of the storm windows and the wintry rain. The speaker may be the author but is a person returning home from somewhere. He notices the storm windows “lying on the ground/” while looking at the windows he is reminded of something he wanted to, say to someone close to him. Possibly a love interest. The tone of the poem is sad and remorseful, like when someone loses someone. There is mention of “missed desires” and a “lonely afternoon.” The theme of the poem might be to say what’s on your mind before it’s to late.