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When most I wink: when I shut my eyes the most; i.e., when I sleep.
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unrespected: irrespective of choice; i.e. the daylight sights his eyes see are not necessarily chosen or voluntary.
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dark directed: directed by the dark.
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blessed made: created by a blessing.
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fair imperfect shade: i.e. your night shadow is imperfect (due to lack of light) yet beautiful.