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“She bid me take love easy, as the leaves grow on the tree; But I, being young and foolish, with her would not agree.” quote by Anonymous
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“She bid me take love easy, as the leaves grow on the tree; But I, being young and foolish, with her would not agree.”

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About This Quote

Source Poem: Love and youth, 19th century folk verse

The speaker rejects gentle advice to take love slowly, choosing youthful impulsiveness over caution.

In simple terms: Youthful love often ignores caution.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love boldly despite warnings.

Themes

love youth impulsiveness

Mood

reflective romantic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • first relationships
  • adventure seeking

Key Concepts

romantic idealism life choices

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you heed advice?
  • How to balance passion and prudence?
A Different Perspective

Impulsiveness may lead to regret.

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