When she stopped short just at the lower line of the apple tress, and stood for a moment with her face lifted, I chalked one up in her favor. I had stopped my chair at the exact place, coming out, because right there the spice of wisteria that hung around the house was invaded by the freshness of apple blossoms in a blend that lifted the top of my head. As between those who notice such things and those who don't, I prefer those who do.
In the excerpt from "Angle of Repose" by Wallace Stegner, the narrator observes a moment that signifies appreciation for the beauty around them. The character halts near the apple trees, embracing the sensory experience of the environment. The mixture of the wisteria and apple blossoms creates an uplifting sensation, highlighting a connection to nature that the narrator finds valuable.
This moment illustrates the distinction between those who are attuned to their surroundings and those who are indifferent. The narrator expresses a preference for those who notice and appreciate subtleties in life, suggesting that such awareness enriches one's experiences and interactions with the world.
