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Brighter Quote by Anna Letitia Barbauld

“Life! we've been long together Through pleasant and through cloudy weather; Tis hard to part when friends are dear,- Perhaps 'twill cost a sigh, a tear. Then steal away, give little warning. Choose thine own time, Say not "Good-night," but in some brighter clime, Bid me "Good-morning."” quote by Anna Letitia Barbauld
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“Life! we've been long together Through pleasant and through cloudy weather; Tis hard to part when friends are dear,- Perhaps 'twill cost a sigh, a tear. Then steal away, give little warning. Choose thine own time, Say not "Good-night," but in some brighter clime, Bid me "Good-morning."”

Anna Letitia Barbauld

About This Quote

Life together endures through good and bad times; parting from dear friends is painful, but one can choose to greet them anew.

In simple terms: Life endures through highs and lows; parting is painful but new greetings are possible.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change and new beginnings.

Themes

friendship life cycles parting

Mood

nostalgic hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • farewell rituals
  • reunion planning
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

emotional resilience social bonds

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you honor past friendships?
  • What does a new greeting symbolize?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize loss.

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