Quote by Henry Van Dyke

Time is Too slow for those who wait, Too swift for those who fear, Too long for those who grieve, Too short for those who rejoice. But for those who love, time is not.

Time is Too slow for those who wait, Too swift for those who

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This quote captures the subjective experience of time in different emotional states. It suggests that time feels slow for those eagerly awaiting something, too fast for those who are fearful or anxious, too long for those mourning loss or sadness, and too short for those reveling in happiness. However, the quote concludes that for those who love deeply, time becomes irrelevant. Love transcends the limitations of time, suggesting that genuine love exists beyond temporal constraints and allows individuals to be present in the moment.

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