Animal Quote by Elizabeth von Arnim
““Up to now I have had fourteen, but they weren’t spread over my life equally, and for years and years at a time I had none. This, when first I began considering my dogs, astonished me; I mean, that for years and years I had none. What was I about, I wondered, to allow myself to be dogless? How was it that there were such long periods during which I wasn’t making some good dog happy? Lately,””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Enchanted April, Elizabeth von Arnim, 1922
The author reflects on long periods without companionship, realizing the value of caring for dogs and the emptiness of their absence.
In simple terms: She missed having dogs and felt the void.
Key Takeaway
Consider how companionship enriches life.
Themes
loneliness
companionship
reflection
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- pet ownership
- mental health
- volunteering with animals
Key Concepts
human-animal bond
personal fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does caring for a pet change your daily routine?
- What does the absence of companionship teach you?
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