I am only waiting for love to give myself up at last into…
““I am only waiting for love to give myself up at last into his hands. That is why it is so late and why I have been guilty of such omissions. They come with their laws and their codes to bind me fast; but I evade them ever, for I am only waiting for love to give myself up at last into his hands. People blame me and call me heedless; I doubt not they are right in their blame. The market day is over and work is all done for the busy. Those who came to call me in vain have gone back in anger. I am only waiting for love to give myself up at last into his hands.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker feels trapped by societal expectations, yearning for love’s surrender despite guilt and criticism.
In simple terms: Desire for love clashes with duty and judgment.
Key Takeaway
Balance personal longing with responsibility.
Themes
love
guilt
societal pressure
Mood
longing
conflicted
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage decisions
- career choices
- family expectations
Key Concepts
autonomy
self‑sacrifice
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are you willing to make for love?
- How do you reconcile personal desire with external duties?
A Different Perspective
Love may conflict with practical obligations, causing inner turmoil.