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As Adam Early in the Morning

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As Adam Early in the Morning by Walt Whitman

 AS Adam, early in the morning, 
Walking forth from the bower, refresh’d with sleep; 
Behold me where I pass—hear my voice—approach, 
Touch me—touch the palm of your hand to my Body as I pass; 
Be not afraid of my Body. 5

Form: Free verse

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