Bird Quote by Lucille Clifton
“We need new words for what this is, this hunger entering our loneliness like birds, stunning our eyes into rays of hope. we need the flutter that can save us, something that will swirl across the face of what we have become and bring us grace.”
About This Quote
The poet calls for new language to describe a profound, hopeful hunger that emerges from loneliness, seeking transformative grace.
In simple terms: New words can capture hopeful yearning.
Cultivate expressive language.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- therapy
- community building
- artistic collaboration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can language reshape our experience of loneliness?
- What symbols best convey hope?
Finding the right words can be challenging.