Paper bag Quote by Stephen Burt
““TO A POOR OLD WOMAN" munching a plum on the street a paper bag of them in her hand They taste good to her They taste good to her. They taste good to her You can see it by the way she gives herself to the one half sucked out in her hand Comforted a solace of ripe plums seeming to fill the air They taste good to her””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “To a Poor Old Woman” by Stephen Burt, 2000
The poem highlights a simple pleasure—a woman enjoying plums—symbolizing comfort and dignity in modest circumstances.
In simple terms: Finding joy in small, everyday moments.
Key Takeaway
Cherish simple pleasures.
Themes
humility
comfort
humanity
Mood
reflective
gentle
Type
poetic
observational
When to use this quote
- street scene
- elderly life
- food appreciation
- finding solace in routine
Key Concepts
sensory detail
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What small joys sustain you?
- How can we notice dignity in others?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper struggles behind the moment.
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