Then, if when I have lov'd my round, Thou prov'st the pleasant she, With spoils of meaner beauties crown'd I laden will return to thee, Ev'n sated with variety.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker promises to return to their lover after experiencing other beauties, still choosing them ultimately.
- In plain terms
- I will try others but come back to you.
- What can you take from it?
- Experience may lead back to the original choice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does experience strengthen commitment?
- Is variety necessary before settling?
Another view
It treats love as a collection of experiences to be consumed.
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