Magic exists. Who can doubt it, when there are rainbows and wildflowers, the music of the wind and the silence of the stars? Anyone who has loved has been touched by magic. It is such a simple and such an extraordinary part of the lives we live.
Interpretation
Magic refers to the extraordinary moments and beauty found in life, especially through love.
In this quote, Nora Roberts highlights the presence of magic in everyday life, symbolized by natural wonders like rainbows and wildflowers. She suggests that true magic is felt through love and connection, making life's simple moments extraordinarily meaningful and beautiful.
In practice
This quote can be used to inspire someone feeling down about life’s simplicity.
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