Quote by Colley Cibber

Our hours in love have wings; in absence, crutches.

Our hours in love have wings; in absence, crutches.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the contrasting experiences of love and absence. It suggests that when we are in love, time seems to pass quickly (as indicated by the presence of wings), indicating that our moments of joy and bliss appear to be fleeting. On the other hand, when we are separated from what or who we love, time drags on slowly (symbolized by crutches), implying that the absence feels painfully elongated. Overall, the quote captures the transient and unpredictable nature of love, where time can either feel ephemeral or burdensome depending on its presence or absence.

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