. That is the doctrine, simple, ancient, true; Such is life’s trial, as old earth smiles and knows. If you loved only what were worth your love, Love were clear gain, and wholly well for you: Make the low nature better by your throes! Give earth yourself, go up for gain above! . ~Robert Browning~ . TAP -among the rocks . #nature #gift #stones #oldearth #rings #diamonds #give #love #aboveall #bridal #earthly #engagementrings #poeticjewelry #tapbytoddpownell #stonemetalsoul