Away Quote by Richard Hovey
“I have need of the sky, I have business with the grass; I will up and get me away where the hawk is wheeling Lone and high, And the slow clouds go by. I will get me away to the waters that glass The clouds as they pass. I will get me away to the woods.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Sky and the Grass” by Richard Hovey, 1885
The speaker longs for freedom, seeking open spaces—sky, water, woods—to escape confinement and find peace.
In simple terms: Year for open, natural places to feel free.
Key Takeaway
Seek solitude in nature.
Themes
freedom
escape
nature
Mood
reflective
calming
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hiking
- camping
- meditation
- travel
- creative retreats
Key Concepts
longing
solitude
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- What environment restores your spirit?
- How can you bring nature’s calm into daily life?
A Different Perspective
Nature may not always be accessible; responsibilities can limit escape.
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