Rows and flows of angel hair, And ice cream castles in the air, And feather canyons ev'rywhere, I've looked at clouds that way. But now they only block the sun, They rain and snow on ev'ryone, So many things I would have done But clouds got in my way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Childhood innocence sees beauty everywhere, but adulthood often focuses on obstacles and hardships.
- In plain terms
- We used to see beauty in clouds, now we see rain blocking us.
- What can you take from it?
- Perspective changes how we see the world around us.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How has your view of the world changed?
- What did you lose as you grew up?
Another view
Acknowledging reality is necessary for growth, not just a loss of wonder.
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