Autumn Quote by C.S. Lewis
““Don't you like a rather foggy day in a wood in autumn? You'll find we shall be perfectly warm sitting in the car." Jane said she'd never heard of anyone liking fogs before but she didn't mind trying. All three got in. "That's why Camilla and I got married, "said Denniston as they drove off. "We both like Weather. Not this or that kind of weather, but just Weather. It's a useful taste if one lives in England." "How ever did you learn to do that, Mr. Denniston?" said Jane. "I don't think I should ever learn to like rain and snow." "It's the other way round," said Denniston. "Everyone begins as a child by liking Weather. You learn the art of disliking it as you grow up. Noticed it on a snowy day? The grown-ups are all going about with long faces, but look at the children - and the dogs? They know what snow's made for." "I'm sure I hated wet days as a child," said Jane. "That's because the grown-ups kept you in," said Camilla. "Any child loves rain if it's allowed to go out and paddle about in it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Chronicles of Narnia, 1950s (implied)
Appreciating weather as a simple, sensory pleasure, unburdened by adult expectations.
In simple terms: Enjoy weather without overthinking.
Key Takeaway
Find joy in simple experiences.
Themes
nature
perspective
childhood
joy
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- walks in rain
- autumn drives
- family outings
- mindful observation
Key Concepts
sensory appreciation
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you rediscover childlike wonder in everyday moments?
- What simple pleasures have you ignored?
A Different Perspective
Adults often overcomplicate natural experiences, limiting enjoyment.
