And the time sundials tell May be minutes and hours. But…
““And the time sundials tell May be minutes and hours. But it may just as well Be seconds and sparkles, or seasons and flowers. No, I don't think of time as just minutes and hours. Time can be heartbeats, or bird songs, or miles, Or waves on a beach, or ants in their files (They do move like seconds—just watch their feet go: Tick-tick-tick, like a clock). You'll learn as you grow That whatever there is in a garden, the sun Counts up on its dial. By the time it is done Our sundial—or someone's— will certainly add All the good things there are. Yes, and all of the bad. And if anyone's here for the finish, the sun Will have told him—by sundial—how well we have done. How well we have done, or how badly. Alas, That is a long thought. Let me hope we all pass.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Time is fluid, measured not just in minutes but in moments, emotions, and natural cycles, reflecting life's varied rhythms.
In simple terms: Time feels like beats, seasons, and waves, not just clocks.
Key Takeaway
Embrace time’s many forms.
Themes
time
perception
nature
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- mindfulness
- creative expression
Key Concepts
philosophy
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How do I notice time’s subtle signs?
- What rhythms shape my life?
A Different Perspective
It may be overly abstract for practical use.