Katharine HepburnThe calla lilies are in bloom again. Such a strange flower–suitable to any occasion. I carried them on my wedding day, and now I place them here in memory of something that has died.
About This Quote
This quote means that the calla lilies are in bloom again. They are a symbol of death in the sense that they die at the end of their season, but are still beautiful because they are available for us to enjoy when they are in bloom. The calla lilies are often referred to as the “Queen of Flowers” because they are diverse and colorful when in bloom. This quote also speaks of death because it was said when someone had passed away. It is an example of how flowers can be used to represent certain things, such as death or love.
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