Quote by Robert Southey
I have told you of the Spaniard who always put on his spectacles when about to eat cherries, that they might look bigger and more attempting. In like manner I made the most of my enjoyment s: and through I do not cast my cares away, I pack them in as little compass as I can, and carry them as conveniently as I can for myself, and never let them annoy others.
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In this quote, the narrator compares their approach to enjoying life to that of a Spaniard who wears spectacles while eating cherries to make them appear more appealing. Similarly, the narrator tries to make the most of their own joys and pleasures. Though they admit to having cares and worries, they try to minimize their impact by compacting them and carrying them discreetly. Ultimately, they prioritize not allowing their concerns to bother or burden others. The quote captures an attitude of finding ways to make the most of life's positive experiences and not allowing negativity to affect those around them.
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