Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

They (the days) come and go like muffled and veiled figures sent from a distant friendly party; but they say nothing, and if we do not use the gifts they bring, they carry them as silently away

They (the days) come and go like muffled and veiled figures

Summary

This quote suggests that each day is like a guest sent by a kind and distant entity. However, the days remain silent and offer no guidance or words of wisdom. If we fail to appreciate and make use of the opportunities and experiences each day brings, they quietly slip away, taking their gifts with them. It emphasizes the importance of seizing the moments and making the most of our time, as the days pass by unnoticed unless we actively engage with them.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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