Quote by John Milton, Paradise Lost
When the waves are round me breaking,As I pace the deck alone,And my eye in vain is seekingSome green leaf to rest upon;What would not I give to wanderWhere my old companions dwell?Absence makes the heart grow fonder,Isle of Beauty, fare thee well!
Summary
This quote expresses the longing and nostalgia felt by someone who is surrounded by turbulent waters and searching for solace. It captures the desire to be reunited with familiar faces and places, highlighting how distance intensifies emotional attachment. The phrase "absence makes the heart grow fonder" illustrates the sentiment of missing a cherished location, like an idyllic island paradise, bidding it farewell with a sense of yearning and love.