One day a hummingbird flew in-- It fluttered against the…
“One day a hummingbird flew in-- It fluttered against the window til I got it down where I could reach it with an open umbrella-- --When I had it in my hand it was so small I couldn't believe I had it--but I could feel the intense life--so intense and so tiny-- ...You were like the humming bird to me... And I am rather inclined to feel that you and I know the best part of one another without spending much time together-- --It is not that I fear the knowing-- It is that I am at this moment willing to let you be what you are to me--it is beautiful and pure and very intensely alive.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A fleeting encounter with a hummingbird symbolizes a deep, pure connection that transcends time and fear, emphasizing intense, fragile life.
In simple terms: A tiny bird represents a pure, intense bond.
Key Takeaway
Cherish and respect intense, delicate connections.
Themes
love
fragility
intensity
connection
Mood
tender
contemplative
Type
poetic
romantic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- artistic inspiration
- relationship moments
Key Concepts
symbolism
transcendence
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture delicate bonds?
- What does “intense life” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Such intensity may be idealized, overlooking practical realities of relationships.