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This night is my departing night, For here nae longer must…

“This night is my departing night, For here nae longer must I stay; There’s neither friend nor foe of mine But wishes me away. What I have done through lack of wit, I never, never can recall: I hope ye’re all my friends as yet. Good night, and joy be with you all. Armstrong’s Good Night” quote by Charlotte Mary Yonge
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““This night is my departing night,      For here nae longer must I stay; There’s neither friend nor foe of mine      But wishes me away. What I have done through lack of wit,      I never, never can recall: I hope ye’re all my friends as yet.      Good night, and joy be with you all.                  Armstrong’s Good Night””

Charlotte Mary Yonge

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 feels compelled to leave, reflecting on isolation and the desire for amicable farewells.

In simple terms: Leaving, feeling alone, wishing goodwill.

Key Takeaway

Embrace departure with grace.

Themes

farewell isolation goodwill

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

poetic farewell

When to use this quote

  • leaving a job
  • moving away
  • ending a relationship

Key Concepts

existential reflection human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What ties keep you from staying?
  • How can you offer peace to those you leave?
A Different Perspective

Departure may be driven by deeper unresolved conflicts.

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