Quote#Wisdom
If he bring me a rose, a briar rose
Quote byClara Jessup Moore · 1824–1899
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: The Maiden's Flower Omens.
English (original)
If he bring me a rose, a briar rose, To place in my braided hair, I shall know there are thorns in life for me And many a wearying care. If he bring me a lily pure and pale And lay it upon my breast, I shall know that my life will be of peace, As a bird in its mother's nest.
— Clara Jessup Moore
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