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Attention is love, what we must give children, mothers…

“Attention is love, what we must give children, mothers, fathers, pets, our friends, the news, the woes of others. What we want to change we curse and then pick up a tool. Bless whatever you can with eyes and hands and tongue. If you can't bless it, get ready to make it new.” quote by Marge Piercy
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“Attention is love, what we must give children, mothers, fathers, pets, our friends, the news, the woes of others. What we want to change we curse and then pick up a tool. Bless whatever you can with eyes and hands and tongue. If you can't bless it, get ready to make it new.”

Marge Piercy

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Advocates giving love and active care to all beings, and creating anew when unable to bless.

In simple terms: Give love and act, or create anew.

Key Takeaway

Love actively, innovate when needed.

Themes

love care creation responsibility

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • community service
  • artistic creation
  • activism

Key Concepts

compassion agency renewal

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you love those you cannot directly help?
  • What new tools can you create for change?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic barriers that limit individual action.

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