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I have missed you so much I could kiss you,” he whispered…

“I have missed you so much I could kiss you,” he whispered. September’s face fell. “Oh, but Saturday! I’ve had my First Kiss and I didn’t mean to, I didn’t want to, but your shadow is very rude and impulsive, and he took it before I could say two words! And I’ve had my second and third and maybe…” quote by Catherynne M. Valente
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““I have missed you so much I could kiss you,” he whispered. September’s face fell. “Oh, but Saturday! I’ve had my First Kiss and I didn’t mean to, I didn’t want to, but your shadow is very rude and impulsive, and he took it before I could say two words! And I’ve had my second and third and maybe fifth, too. Come to think of it, this has all involved rather a lot of kissing.” Saturday furrowed his brow. “Why should I care about your First Kiss?” he said. “You can kiss anyone you like. But if you sometimes wanted to kiss me, that would be all right, too.” His blush was so deep September could feel the heat of it. She leaned in, and kissed her Marid gently, sweetly. She tried to kiss him the way she’d always thought kisses would be. His lips tasted like the sea.””

Catherynne M. Valente

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A tender exchange where characters discuss longing, first kisses, and the impulsive nature of desire.

In simple terms: Characters talk about love, first kisses, and yearning.

Key Takeaway

Embrace vulnerability in expressing affection.

Themes

love desire first experiences longing

Mood

romantic reflective

Type

emotional introspective

When to use this quote

  • first dates
  • confessions of love
  • intimate conversations

Key Concepts

emotional intimacy impulsivity romantic yearning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance desire with respect?
  • What does a “first kiss” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Romantic idealization can overlook practical realities.

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