Heart on her lips, and soul within her eyes, Soft as her clime, and sunny as her skies.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Heart on her lips and soul in her eyes, as gentle as her climate and bright as her sky.
- In plain terms
- She expresses love through gentle speech and bright eyes, matching her pleasant surroundings.
- What can you take from it?
- Inner feelings often shine through outward calm.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do external cues reflect inner emotions?
- What role does setting play in describing love?
Another view
The imagery may be overly idealized.
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