Air Quote by Jean Webster
“I ate breakfast in the kitchen by candle-light, and then drove the five miles to the station through the most glorious October colouring. The sun came up on the way, and the swamp maples and dogwood glowed crimson and orange and the stone walls and cornfields sparkled with hoar frost; the air was keen and clear and full of promise. I knew something was going to happen.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Daddy‑Long‑Leg, 1912
A vivid autumn morning inspires hope and anticipation of change.
In simple terms: Morning scenery fuels optimism.
Key Takeaway
Embrace moments that signal new beginnings.
Themes
nature
hope
anticipation
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- travel journaling
- seasonal planning
Key Concepts
sensory detail
romanticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this hopeful feeling motivate you to do?
- How can you turn anticipation into action?
A Different Perspective
Optimism can overlook practical challenges.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)