The timid and fearful first failures dismay, but the stout heart stays trying by night and by day. He values his failures as lessons that teach The one way to get to the goal he would reach.
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Lord, this humble house we'd keep Sweet with play and calm with sleep. Help us so that we may give Beauty to the lives we live. Let Thy love and let Thy grace Shine upon our dwelling place.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a desire for a loving and peaceful home filled with joy and beauty.
Edgar Guest's quote reflects the importance of creating a nurturing and harmonious home environment. It emphasizes the role of love and grace in enhancing the quality of life for those who reside in the house, suggesting that a dwelling becomes a sanctuary not just through physical attributes but by the warmth and kindness shared within it.
Themes
HomeLoveFamilyPeaceGraceBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a family gathering to emphasize the importance of love at home.
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