“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is symbolic as well as actual beauty in the migration of the birds, the ebb and flow of the tides, the folded bud ready for the spring. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature—the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after the winter.”
Rachel Carson, The Sense of Wonder
Such loving and appreciative words that compliment the miracle of nature.
Rachel Carson was one of a kind. She accomplished much in her short life.
Her impact is most notable in reference with today’s ecological studies. A tribute well-shared. ☕️☕️
Beautiful quote. Great truth in it.
Anon,
I agree!
A fantastic quote, and thank you for posting it. I’m grateful for people like Rachel Carson to write such celebrations of nature. I live in Silver Spring, Maryland, and in town there is a small memorial park dedicated to her. She lived in Silver Spring for several years.
Dave,
Carson was remarkable. I admire her fluent, unpretentious style of writing. Reading her is like having a conversation.
E.B. White would have knowingly smiled at these words.
Jennie,
I’m sure he would!
I’m so glad you agree!
If only everyone was so in tune. People would be more careful, more caring and more compassionate.
Opher,
I totally agree.
What a beautiful quote from a wise woman 💙
anon,
Absolutely!
I find the same comfort in the constancy of Nature. Carson’s quote captures it perfectly.
Liz,
I’m searching for it now.
It is through nature that we see true beauty. Thanks for the beautiful quote.