I hope you miss me, though I could scarcely (even in the…
““I hope you miss me, though I could scarcely (even in the cause of vanity) wish you to miss me as much as I miss you, for that hurts too much, but what I do hope is that I’ve left some sort of a little blank which won’t be filled till I come back. I bear you a grudge for spoiling me for everybody’s else companionship, it is too bad.””
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 wishes to be missed deeply, yet fears the pain of longing, hoping to leave a lingering emptiness until return, and feels jealous of others sharing the beloved's companionship.
In simple terms: Want to be missed but fear the pain of longing, leaving a void until return.
Key Takeaway
Accept longing, cherish moments, manage jealousy.
Themes
longing
jealousy
absence
relationships
Mood
melancholy
reflective
Type
personal
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic partnership
- friendship
- family dynamics
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
attachment
void
emotional conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value being missed over being shared?
- How does jealousy affect your connections?
A Different Perspective
The desire for exclusivity can strain relationships and cause resentment.