No wonder of it: sheer plod makes plough down sillionShine, and blue-bleak embers, ah my dear, Fall, gall themselves, and gash gold-vermilion.

Summary

This quote, taken from the poem "The Windhover" by Gerard Manley Hopkins, suggests that the wonders and beauty of life can often be found in the perseverance and hard work involved in everyday tasks. The reference to ploughing down the furrows and the shining of blue-bleak embers symbolizes the transformative power of diligence and effort, leading to a glorious outcome. It highlights the idea that the process of work itself can be a source of awe and fulfillment.

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