And still to love, though prest with ill, In wintry age to feel no chill, With me is to be lovely still, My Mary!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love remains beautiful even in old age and illness.
- In plain terms
- Loving through hard times keeps you lovely.
- What can you take from it?
- Enduring love remains beautiful.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes love endure?
- How does age change beauty?
Another view
Age and illness can strain love.
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