I'd rather have two good friends, than 500,000 admirers.
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Peering from some high window; at the gold of November sunset _x000D_ (and feeling that if day has to become night this is a beautiful way).
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects a sense of appreciation for the beauty found in transitions, specifically the change from day to night.
E. E. Cummings captures the essence of finding beauty in the transition from day to night, particularly in a November sunset. It suggests that even though change may come with darkness, it can also bring magnificent beauty, encouraging us to embrace the inevitable cycles of life and to recognize the splendor in moments of transformation.
Themes
SunsetBeautyChangeTransitionNovemberAppreciation
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation session, to reflect on the beauty in lifeβs transitions.
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