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Feminism Quote by David Lehman

“…When a woman loves a man, they have gone to swim naked in the stream on a glorious July day with the sound of the waterfall like a chuckle of water rushing over smooth rocks, and there is nothing alien in the universe…” quote by David Lehman
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““…When a woman loves a man, they have gone to swim naked in the stream on a glorious July day with the sound of the waterfall like a chuckle of water rushing over smooth rocks, and there is nothing alien in the universe…””

David Lehman

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Summer Stream” by David Lehman, 2009

Love can feel like a natural, joyous immersion, making the universe feel intimate and familiar.

In simple terms: Love feels like swimming together in nature.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love’s natural flow.

Themes

love nature intimacy joy

Mood

romantic contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • travel
  • creative writing
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

romanticism sensory imagery

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change perception?
  • What does intimacy mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Idealized love may overlook practical challenges.

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