For it stirs the blood in an old man's heart, And makes his pulses fly, To catch the thrill of a happy voice And the light of a pleasant eye.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes how hearing happy voices and seeing pleasant eyes excite an old man.
- In plain terms
- Happy sounds and bright eyes make an old heart feel young again.
- What can you take from it?
- Simple joys can revitalize aging spirits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel alive?
- Do senses affect mood?
Another view
Not all old men respond to external stimuli in this way.
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