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There is no glory in star or blossom till looked upon by a loving eye There is no fragrance in April breezes till breath
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"There is no glory in star or blossom till looked upon by a loving eye; There is no fragrance in April breezes till breathed with joy as they wander by"

- William C. Bryant

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This quote by William C. Bryant talks to the idea that beauty and joy are not fundamental in the world around us, but rather are created by our own perception. The magnificence of a star or blossom is only seen when it is looked upon with a loving eye. Similarly, the April breezes are just aromatic when they are breathed with happiness. This quote motivates us to look for charm and joy on the planet around us, and to appreciate it with a loving eye. It advises us that the charm of the world is not something that is just provided to us, but something that we must actively seek out and value. By doing so, we can find joy and charm in even the most ordinary of things.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William C. Bryant between November 3, 1794 and 1878. He/she was a famous Poet from USA. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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