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Apples Quote by Sara Teasdale

“The wind is tossing the lilacs, The new leaves laugh in the sun, And the petals fall on the orchard wall, But for me the spring is done. Beneath the apple blossoms I go a wintry way, For love that smiled in April Is false to me in May.” quote by Sara Teasdale
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“The wind is tossing the lilacs, The new leaves laugh in the sun, And the petals fall on the orchard wall, But for me the spring is done. Beneath the apple blossoms I go a wintry way, For love that smiled in April Is false to me in May.”

Sara Teasdale

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Spring” (1915)

The speaker feels spring’s joy has passed, seeing love’s promise fade as seasons shift.

In simple terms: Spring feels over, love feels false.

Key Takeaway

Accept change and reflect on fleeting emotions.

Themes

seasonality love disillusionment nature melancholy

Mood

reflective somber

Type

poetic personal

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • poetry analysis
  • seasonal planning
  • relationship counseling

Key Concepts

transience emotional cycles seasonal metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does spring symbolize for you?
  • How do you cope when expectations change?
A Different Perspective

Romantic optimism may overlook realistic expectations.

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