So, closing his heart, the Judge rode on, And Maud was left in the field alone. But the lawyers smiled that afternoon, When he hummed in court an old love-tune
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The man returns to his court life while the woman remains alone.
- In plain terms
- He leaves her to return to work.
- What can you take from it?
- Life separates us from loved ones.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who did you leave behind?
- What kept you apart?
Another view
Sometimes separation protects both people involved.
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