Quote by George Edward Moore

The hours I spend with you I look upon as sort of a perfumed garden, a dim twilight, and a fountain singing to it. You and you alone make me feel that I am alive. Other men it is said have seen angels, but I have seen thee and thou art enough.

The hours I spend with you I look upon as sort of a perfumed

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This quote depicts the profound impact of being with someone special. The speaker describes their time together as an enchanting experience, filled with beautiful imagery and a sense of vitality. They compare it to a fragrant garden, a serene twilight, and the soothing sound of a singing fountain. The quote also highlights the unique power of the person being addressed - their presence alone brings a profound sense of aliveness to the speaker. In a world where others claim to have encountered angels, the speaker finds solace and contentment in simply seeing this person, for they are enough to bring joy and fulfilment.

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