Quote by Henry David Thoreau
I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion.
Summary
This quote reflects a preference for simplicity and solitude over lavishness and sociality. The speaker implies that they would rather have the humble experience of sitting on a pumpkin alone than sharing a grand velvet cushion with others. It suggests a rejection of materialism and a celebration of contentment in the absence of extravagance or societal expectations.
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