Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
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When she smiles, it feels like the first warm day of March-- after an eternity of snow, when you suddenly remember how summer feels on the backs of your bare calves & in the part of your hair.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A smile can evoke feelings of warmth and happiness, reminiscent of the arrival of spring after a long winter.
This quote illustrates the profound impact of a simple smile, comparing it to the refreshing and invigorating feeling of the first warm day of spring following a harsh winter. It highlights how certain gestures, like a smile, can transport a person emotionally, bringing back memories of joy and warmth, much like the comforting sensations of summer after a period of cold and hardship.
Themes
SmileWarmthJoyLoveEmotion
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the power of kindness, one might include this quote to illustrate how small gestures can have a significant impact.
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