But I can tell - let truth be told - That love will change in growing old; Though day by day is nought to see, So delicate his motions be.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love changes as it ages, though its movements are so delicate they are hard to see day by day.
- In plain terms
- Love changes over time even if you can't notice it day to day.
- What can you take from it?
- Love evolves subtly over time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How has your love changed?
- Can you see love grow?
Another view
It assumes all love changes, ignoring relationships that stabilize.
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