There is no magic any more, We meet as other people do…
“There is no magic any more, We meet as other people do, You work no miracle for me Nor I for you. You were the wind and I the sea There is no splendor any more, I have grown listless as the pool Beside the shore. But though the pool is safe from storm And from the tide has found surcease, It grows more bitter than the sea, For all its peace.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love loses its miracle, becoming ordinary and bittersweet despite safety.
In simple terms: Love becomes mundane and slightly sour over time.
Key Takeaway
Cherish the wonder in relationships before it fades.
Themes
love
disillusionment
mundanity
bitterness
stability
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
poetic
emotional
When to use this quote
- long‑term partnership
- marriage counseling
- creative writing
Key Concepts
romantic idealism
emotional fatigue
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What small wonders can you rekindle in your relationships?
- How do you balance safety with excitement?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing love can set unrealistic expectations.