But pearls are for tears, the old legend says, Gilbert had objected.I'm not afraid of that. And tears can be happy as well as sad. My very happiest moments have been when I had tears in my eyes-when Marilla told me I might stay at Green Gables-when Matthew gave me the first pretty dress I ever had-when I heard that you were going to recover from the fever. So give me pearls for our troth ring, Gilbert, and I'll willingly accept the sorrow of life with its joy. -Anne
In "Anne's House of Dreams," Anne expresses her complex feelings about tears and happiness. Gilbert's concern about pearls symbolizing sorrow is met with Anne's defiance; she believes that tears can also represent joy. She reflects on her happiest memories, which were often accompanied by tears, demonstrating that emotions are multifaceted.
Anne's desire for pearls symbolizes her acceptance of both joy and sorrow in life. She suggests that life's richness comes from embracing all experiences, both good and bad. Her view highlights the interconnectedness of sorrow and joy, illustrating a profound understanding of life's emotional spectrum.
