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Dreams Quote by L.M. Montgomery

“Miss Patty and Miss Maria are hardly such stuff as dreams are made of," laughed Anne. "Can you fancy them 'globe-trotting' -- especially in those shawls and caps?" "I suppose they'll take them off when they really begin to trot," said Priscilla, "but I know they'll take their knitting with them…” quote by L.M. Montgomery
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““Miss Patty and Miss Maria are hardly such stuff as dreams are made of," laughed Anne. "Can you fancy them 'globe-trotting' -- especially in those shawls and caps?" "I suppose they'll take them off when they really begin to trot," said Priscilla, "but I know they'll take their knitting with them everywhere. They simply couldn't be parted from it. They will walk about Westminster Abbey and knit, I feel sure...””

L.M. Montgomery

About This Quote

Source Novel: Anne of Green Gables, 1908

Characters cherish their knitting even while traveling, symbolizing comfort and identity.

In simple terms: Knitting stays with them wherever they go.

Key Takeaway

Hold onto personal comforts while exploring.

Themes

comfort identity travel tradition

Mood

nostalgic whimsical

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • long trips
  • expeditions
  • daily routines
  • traveling abroad

Key Concepts

symbolism habit personal items

Questions to Reflect On

  • What comforts define you?
  • Can you travel lighter?
A Different Perspective

Comfort items may hinder adaptation.

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