"Long stormy spring-time, wet contentious April, winter chilling the lap of very May; but at length the season of summer does come"
- Thomas Carlyle
About this Quote
This quote by Thomas Carlyle speaks to the unpredictability of nature and the passing of time. It paints a vibrant photo of a long, stormy spring season, with April being damp and controversial and winter season still lingering in May. In spite of the tumultuous weather, the season of summer eventually arrives. This quote is a tip that no matter how tough the journey may be, the end result is constantly worth it. It speaks with the idea that no matter the length of time and hard the road might be, ultimately the sun will shine and the warmth of summer will come. It is a pointer that no matter how dark and cold the winter may be, the beauty of summertime will ultimately come. This quote is a reminder that no matter how hard the journey might be, completion outcome is constantly worth it. It is a suggestion that no matter how long and hard the road might be, ultimately the sun will shine and the heat of summertime will come.
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