paul the apostle said they also serve who stand and wait.
paul the apostle said they also serve who stand and wait.
who said they also serve who stand and wait?
paul the apostle
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"when i consider how my light is spent" is one of the best known of the sonnets of john milton (1608-1674). the last three lines are particularly well known, concluding with "they also serve who only stand and wait", although they are rarely quoted in context. it is perhaps most known in popular culture for hall of fame baseball broadcaster vin scully who would quote it when showing a player not in the game.
when i consider how my light is spent
each element in the physical environment serves multiple purposes. for instance, furnishings may serve a functional role in that they provide seating where patrons can wait for friends or simply enjoy a quiet rest, but the construction materials may also serve a symbolic role in which they communicate meaning through shared understandings. plush fabrics and generous drapery may signify an elegant, up-market venue, while plastic chairs may signify an inexpensive, family-friendly venue. signage may provide information, but may also serve to assist customers navigate their way through a complex service environment. when evaluating the servicescape, the combined effect of all the elements must also be taken into consideration.
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