Quote by Lloyd Douglas
Our life is like a land journey: too even and easy and dull over long distances across the plains, too hard and painful up the steep grades; but on the summits of the mountain, you have a magnificent view - and feel exalted - and your eyes are full of happy tears - and you want to sing - and you wish you had wings! And then - you can't stay there, but you must continue your journey - you begin climbing down the other side, so busy with your footholds that your summit experience is forgotten.
Summary
This quote describes the journey of life as a metaphorical land journey. It suggests that life can be monotonous and uneventful in the plains, but becomes challenging and filled with hardship when climbing steep hills. However, when one reaches the summit of the mountain, they experience a sense of awe, happiness, and a desire to celebrate. Unfortunately, this euphoric moment is short-lived as they must continue their journey and descend the other side, becoming so occupied with the difficulties faced that the memorable experience at the summit is often forgotten.
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Journeys
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