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Peace to these little broken leaves, That strew our common…

“Peace to these little broken leaves, That strew our common ground; That chase their tails, like silly dogs, As they go round and round. For though in winter boughs are bare, Let us not once forget Their summer glory, when these leaves Caught the great Sun in their strong net; And made him, in the…” quote by W. H. Davies
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“Peace to these little broken leaves, That strew our common ground; That chase their tails, like silly dogs, As they go round and round. For though in winter boughs are bare, Let us not once forget Their summer glory, when these leaves Caught the great Sun in their strong net; And made him, in the lower air, Tremble - no bigger than a star!”

W. H. Davies

About This Quote

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

Even small leaves contribute to the larger beauty of nature, reminding us of collective worth

In simple terms: Tiny things matter in the grand scheme

Key Takeaway

Appreciate modest contributions

Themes

nature beauty interconnectedness

Mood

tranquil reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • environmental activism
  • education
  • community projects

Key Concepts

ecology philosophy poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you honor everyday contributions?
  • What practices nurture ecological awareness?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting small details can erode larger systems

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