O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
A life that is worth writing at all is worth writing minutely.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life experiences should be detailed and appreciated for their depth and significance.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's quote suggests that if a life is significant enough to deserve documentation, then the details of that life should be highlighted and recounted thoroughly. It emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the minutiae of our experiences, as they contribute to the richness of our personal narratives and understanding of life.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about cherishing our memories, one might say, 'As Longfellow noted, a life that is worth writing at all is worth writing minutely.'
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