Oh, ever thus, from childhood's hour, I 've seen my…
“Oh, ever thus, from childhood's hour, I 've seen my fondest hopes decay; I never loved a tree or flower But 't was the first to fade away. I never nurs'd a dear gazelle, To glad me with its soft black eye, But when it came to know me well And love me, it was sure to die.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker reflects on fleeting hopes and love, noting that cherished things often fade or die.
In simple terms: Loved things often fade away.
Key Takeaway
Accept impermanence.
Themes
loss
transience
hope
Mood
melancholic
nostalgic
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- grieving a lost relationship
- reflecting on childhood dreams
- writing about change
Key Concepts
mortality
attachment
ephemerality
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you cherish that may fade?
- How do you cope with loss?
A Different Perspective
Holding onto hope can cause pain.