As thro' the land at eve we went, And pluck'd the ripen'd ears, We fell out, my wife and I, O we fell out I know not why, And kiss'd again with tears.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A couple quarrels during a walk but reconciles with tears after kissing.
- In plain terms
- They fight for no reason but make up soon after.
- What can you take from it?
- Conflict in relationships often resolves with affection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do couples fight?
- What heals a broken moment?
Another view
It suggests tears always heal arguments.
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