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“I'll come and make love to you at five o'clock. If I'm late, start without me. Codeine...bourbon..." (Tallulah Bankhead's last coherent words).” quote by Denis Brian
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““I'll come and make love to you at five o'clock. If I'm late, start without me. Codeine...bourbon..." (Tallulah Bankhead's last coherent words).””

Denis Brian

About This Quote

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

Urgent desire for love; if late, start without the partner; references to codeine and bourbon hint at escapism.

In simple terms: Love can be impatient and self‑destructive.

Key Takeaway

Seek healthy connections.

Themes

love urgency addiction escapism desire

Mood

passionate somber

Type

Late:1 Love:1 Tallulah Bankhead:0 Ll Come:0 Bourbon Tallulah:0 Codeine Bourbon:0

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • nightlife
  • personal health

Key Concepts

psychology substance use relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does waiting teach you?
  • How do you avoid self‑destruction?
A Different Perspective

Romantic urgency may harm.

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