Burning fire Quote by Chuya Nakahara
““Song of Upbringing" I infancy the snow that fell on me was like floss silk childhood the snow that fell on me was like sleet seventeen to nineteen the snow that fell on me dropped like hail twenty to twenty-two the snow that fell on me seemed like balls of ice twenty-three the snow that fell on me looked like a blizzard twenty-four the snow that fell on me became so mournful II the snow that falls on me falls like petals when the burning firewood makes a noise and the frozen sky darkens the snow that fell on me so delicate and lovely fell reaching out a hand the snow that fell on me was like tears that sink into a burning forehead to the snow that fell on me I offered heartfelt thanks and prayed to God that I would live a long life the snow that fell on me was so chaste””
About This Quote
The poet likens snow to various textures and emotions, reflecting on childhood innocence and gratitude.
In simple terms: Snow compared to many things, expressing gratitude.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate simple moments and express thanks.
Themes
childhood
nature
gratitude
memory
beauty
Mood
reflective
poetic
nostalgic
Type
Burning fire:0
Children:0
Heartfelt thanks:1
Long life:0
Snow Fell:1
Hail Snow:0
Childhood Snow:1
Infancy Snow:0
Song Upbringing:0
When to use this quote
- personal journaling
- mindfulness
- creative writing
Key Concepts
sensory imagery
poetic metaphor
reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What childhood memory does snow evoke?
- How does gratitude shape perspective?
A Different Perspective
Overly elaborate metaphors may obscure meaning.
