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“In vain have oceans been squandered on you, in vain the sun, wonderfully seen through Whitman’s eyes. You have used up the years and they have used up you, and still, and still, you have not written the poem.” quote by Anonymous
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“In vain have oceans been squandered on you, in vain the sun, wonderfully seen through Whitman’s eyes. You have used up the years and they have used up you, and still, and still, you have not written the poem.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, likely contemporary poetry

The speaker laments wasted time and missed opportunity, urging creation before life ends.

In simple terms: Time wasted, no poem written yet.

Key Takeaway

Act now to create before it's too late.

Themes

time creativity mortality

Mood

reflective urgent

Type

poetic motivational

When to use this quote

  • artistic pursuit
  • personal deadlines
  • legacy building

Key Concepts

existential urgency regret

Questions to Reflect On

  • What masterpiece could you write today?
  • How does recognizing wasted time motivate you?
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