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First step Quote by Tessa Dare

“As he watched her, Colin was visited by the strangest feeling, unfurling warm and buttery inside him. It was a sense of privilege and mute wonder, as though he'd witnessed one of those small, everyday miracles of spring. Like a licked-clean foal taking its first steps on wobbly legs. Or a new…” quote by Tessa Dare
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““As he watched her, Colin was visited by the strangest feeling, unfurling warm and buttery inside him. It was a sense of privilege and mute wonder, as though he'd witnessed one of those small, everyday miracles of spring. Like a licked-clean foal taking its first steps on wobbly legs. Or a new butterfly pushing scrunched, damp wings from a chrysalis. Before his eyes, she'd transformed into a new creature. Still a bit awkward and uncertain, but undaunted. And well on her way to being beautiful. Colin scratched his neck. He wished there were someone nearby he could turn to and say, 'Would you look at that?””

Tessa Dare

About This Quote

Observing beauty in ordinary moments evokes wonder and a sense of privilege, prompting a desire to share that awe.

In simple terms: Seeing everyday beauty creates wonder and a wish to share it.

Key Takeaway

Notice and celebrate small miracles around you.

Themes

wonder beauty everyday miracles

Mood

hopeful contemplative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • nature walks
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

mindfulness appreciation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you train yourself to notice subtle beauty?
  • What does sharing wonder do for relationships?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone perceives such moments; may miss them.

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