Quote by Judith Wright, The Moving Image,

Here is the same clock that walked quietly Through those enormous years I half recall,When between one blue summer and anotherTime seemed as many miles as round the world,And world a day, a moment or a mile,Or a sweet slope of grass edged with the sea,Or a new song to sing, or a tree dressed in gold

Here is the same clock that walked quietly Through those eno

Summary

This quote depicts the concept of time and how it is perceived differently in various situations. It emphasizes how the same clock can move slowly or quickly, depending on our experiences and memories. The mention of a blue summer and the vastness of time hints at the fleeting nature of our existence and the beauty found in small moments. The quote evokes a sense of nostalgia and reminds us to cherish the simple pleasures in life, like a grassy slope or a golden tree.

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By Judith Wright, The Moving Image,

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