When the hornet hangs in the hollyhock, And the brown bee…
“When the hornet hangs in the hollyhock, And the brown bee drones in the rose, And the west is a red-streaked four-o'clock, And summer is near its close, It's, Oh!, For the gate, and the locust lane; And dusk, and dew, and home again!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Summer Gate", 1915
The poem celebrates the fleeting beauty of late summer and the longing for home.
In simple terms: Late summer brings vivid sights and a yearning for home.
Key Takeaway
Savor seasonal moments and cherish home.
Themes
nature
nostalgia
seasonality
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
lyetic
contemplative
When to use this quote
- garden walks
- sunset watching
- family gatherings
- creative writing
Key Concepts
poetry
transience
homecoming
Questions to Reflect On
- What seasonal change do you miss most?
- How does nature influence your sense of belonging?
A Different Perspective
The imagery may be too nostalgic for those preferring progress.