The expression to write something down suggests a descent of thought to the fingers whose movements immediately falsify it.
William H. GassRead
Of course there is enough to stir our wonder anywhere; there's enough to love, anywhere, if one is strong enough, if one is diligent enough, if one is perceptive, patient, kind enough -- whatever it takes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that wonder and love can be found everywhere if one possesses certain qualities.
William H. Gass emphasizes that love and wonder are universally available, but they require personal qualities such as strength, diligence, perception, patience, and kindness to be recognized and appreciated. This reflects the idea that our experiences and emotions are influenced by our mindset and efforts in approaching the world around us.
Themes
WonderLoveStrengthDiligencePerceptionPatienceKindness
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about finding beauty in life.
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