Famous quote by Charles Lindbergh

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I realized that If I had to choose, I would rather have birds than airplanes
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"I realized that If I had to choose, I would rather have birds than airplanes"

- Charles Lindbergh

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This quote by Charles Lindbergh speaks to the beauty of nature and the happiness of experiencing it firsthand. Lindbergh is recommending that he would rather have birds than planes, which suggests that he values the natural world more than the man-made world. He is recommending that he would rather experience the charm of birds in flight than the convenience of airplanes. This quote talks to the significance of appreciating the natural world and the appeal of the creatures that populate it. It likewise speaks to the idea that often the easier things in life can bring us more pleasure than the more intricate things. Lindbergh's quote is a pointer to make the effort to appreciate the charm of nature and the creatures that occupy it.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Charles Lindbergh between February 4, 1902 and August 26, 1974. He/she was a famous Aviator from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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