Good news Quote by John Cheever
““Then there was a fine noise of rushing water from the crown of an oak at his back, as if a spigot there had been turned. Then the noise of fountains came from the crowns of all the tall trees. Why did he love storms, what was the meaning of his excitement when the door sprang open and the rain wind fled rudely up the stair, why had the simple task of shutting the windows of an old house seem fitting and urgent, why did the first watery notes of a storm wind have for him the unmistakable sound of good news, cheer, glad tidings?””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “The Water‑Song”, 1962
The narrator finds joy and meaning in ordinary natural sounds, linking them to inner hope.
In simple terms: Nature’s sounds bring comfort and optimism.
Key Takeaway
Listen to everyday sounds for emotional uplift.
Themes
nature
hope
perception
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- morning walks
- rainy days
- reading poetry
- meditation
Key Concepts
sound symbolism
mindfulness
emotional resonance
Questions to Reflect On
- What everyday sound lifts your spirits?
- How can you use sensory detail in writing?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone connects natural sounds to positive feelings; some may find them distracting.
