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Dream Quote by Charles Lamb

“Who has not felt how sadly sweet The dream of home, the dream of home, Steals o'er the heart, too soon to fleet, When far o'er sea or land we roam?” quote by Charles Lamb
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“Who has not felt how sadly sweet The dream of home, the dream of home, Steals o'er the heart, too soon to fleet, When far o'er sea or land we roam?”

Charles Lamb

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Dream of Home" by Charles Lamb, 1822

Longing for home evokes bittersweet emotions, especially when far away.

In simple terms: Home longing feels both sweet and sad.

Key Takeaway

Cherish connections that feel like home.

Themes

longing home nostalgia

Mood

melancholic warm

Type

poetic reflective

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • expatriate life
  • family reunions
  • remote work

Key Concepts

poetry emotional resonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “home” mean to you now?
  • How do you balance longing with present life?
A Different Perspective

Home may be idealized, overlooking present realities.

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