Quote by Harrison Christian, 1995 newspap

What is life, but the gentle effacement of a tree shedding its leaves?

What is life, but the gentle effacement of a tree shedding i

Summary

This quote suggests that life can be compared to the process of a tree shedding its leaves. Just as the leaves gracefully fall, life gently fades away as we eventually depart from it. It alludes to the transient nature of existence, highlighting the metaphorical beauty in accepting and embracing the natural cycles of life and death.

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By Harrison Christian, 1995 newspap

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