The silky hush of intimate things, fragrant with my fragrance, steal softly down, so loth to rob me of my last dear concealment.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote describes a cherished private moment that feels fragrant and intimate, where the speaker hesitates to let it go because it protects their final secret.
- In plain terms
- I love my private moments and hate to let them end because they hide my secrets.
- What can you take from it?
- Cherish quiet, private moments as they protect your inner self.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What private moment do you protect most?
- Why do we resist ending pleasant experiences?
Another view
It focuses heavily on internal sensation which may not resonate with everyone.
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