The sweetest thing that ever grew Beside a human door!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Nature offers simple beauties near human habitation that are deeply precious.
- In plain terms
- The most beautiful things often grow right next to our homes.
- What can you take from it?
- Beauty is often close to home.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What beauty have you overlooked near your home?
Another view
It idealizes rural life too much.
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