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Arrows Quote by Shel Silverstein

“Let us leave this place where the smoke blows black And the dark street winds and bends. Past the pits where the asphalt flowers grow We shall walk with a walk that is measured and slow, And watch where the chalk-white arrows go To the place where the sidewalk ends.” quote by Shel Silverstein
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“Let us leave this place where the smoke blows black And the dark street winds and bends. Past the pits where the asphalt flowers grow We shall walk with a walk that is measured and slow, And watch where the chalk-white arrows go To the place where the sidewalk ends.”

Shel Silverstein

About This Quote

Source Poem: Where the Sidewalk Ends (book), 1974

Describes a journey through a surreal, hazardous landscape, urging careful, measured progress toward an unknown destination.

In simple terms: Navigate cautiously through dangerous places.

Key Takeaway

Proceed slowly and observe.

Themes

adventure danger journey

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • urban exploration
  • personal growth
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

surrealism metaphor mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What obstacles must you measure before moving forward?
  • How do you stay aware of hidden dangers?
A Different Perspective

May be overly metaphorical for practical guidance.

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