Falling in love Quote by Andre Dubus III
““He tried to remember her ever being this way before. In her voice--almost overexuberant--was not simply holiday cheer but joyous relief, like some terminally ill patient who's just been told she's not sick anymore.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Light of the World” by Andre Dubus III, 1999
A character recalls a familiar, joyful relief in a loved one’s voice, contrasting ordinary holiday cheer with profound healing.
In simple terms: She sounds relieved and joyful, like a patient cured of illness.
Key Takeaway
Notice how relief can feel like a miracle.
Themes
joy
relief
memory
healing
Mood
warm
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- recovering from illness
- celebrations
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional resonance
literary description
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments in your life felt like a sudden cure?
- How does language shape our perception of relief?
A Different Perspective
The comparison may over‑dramatize ordinary happiness.
