A Toast
A Toast to Life's Good Ideas: Celebrate Companionship and Quiet Moments
Lyrics
from the lucky seed comes a tree and fruit
Symbolizes the origin of positive outcomes, comparing it to the growth of a tree from a lucky seed.
from one good idea came all these happy evenings
Highlights the abundance of joyful moments stemming from a single good idea.
a toast a toast
Repetition emphasizes the act of toasting, a celebratory gesture often associated with good times.
drink wine with your companions
Encourages sharing and celebrating with companions, using wine as a symbol of conviviality.
the moon is a good friend
Personifies the moon as a good friend, suggesting a comforting and constant presence.
drink to each other all night long
Encourages continuous celebration and mutual toasting throughout the night.
if we are very still
Suggests the importance of stillness to appreciate the sound of water on the shore, invoking a sense of tranquility.
we can hear the water on the shore
Encourages attentiveness and being present to fully experience the soothing sound of water.
be quiet
A directive to be silent, possibly to foster a deeper connection with the surroundings.
together is as good as all alone
Expresses the idea that being together is as fulfilling as being alone, emphasizing companionship.
a toast a toast
Reiterates the act of toasting, emphasizing the importance of celebrating positive moments.
a toast to good ideas
Raises a toast specifically to good ideas, recognizing their significance in shaping experiences.
they may not grow to trees
Acknowledges that not all good ideas materialize into significant outcomes but still contribute to a meaningful existence.
but they keep us busy all the same
Reiterates the idea that good ideas, even if they don't grow like trees, provide purpose and engagement.
a toast a toast
Repetition of the toasting theme, emphasizing its recurrent and joyful nature.
a toast to good ideas
Continues toasting to good ideas, reinforcing their value in enriching life experiences.
they may not grow to trees
Reiterates that good ideas may not always lead to significant outcomes but contribute to a fulfilling daily existence.
but they keep us busy all the day
Concludes by highlighting the perpetual nature of staying busy with meaningful ideas throughout the day.
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