The world is so empty if one thinks only of mountains, river... - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

"The world is so empty if one thinks only of mountains, rivers & cities; but to know someone who thinks & feels with us, & who, though distant, is close to us in spirit, this makes the earth for us an inhabited garden."

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"Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words."
"Character develops itself in the stream of life."
"Personality is everything in art and poetry."
"I love those who yearn for the impossible."
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