Quote by Susan Orlean

Every corny thing that's said about living with nature - being in harmony with the earth, feeling the cycle of the seasons - happens to be true.

Every corny thing that's said about living with nature - bei

Summary

This quote suggests that the clichÃ©d ideas surrounding living together with nature, such as being in sync with the planet, experiencing the rhythms of different seasons, are, in fact, truthful. Despite being perceived as corny or unoriginal, the quote implies that these notions hold a significant level of truth. It implies that living in harmony with nature allows one to truly comprehend and appreciate the interconnectedness and cyclical patterns of the natural world.

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By Susan Orlean

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