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Flower Quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

“Of course I love you," the flower said to him. "It is my fault that you have not known it all the while. That is of no importance. But you--you have been just as foolish as I.” quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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““Of course I love you," the flower said to him. "It is my fault that you have not known it all the while. That is of no importance. But you--you have been just as foolish as I.””

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

About This Quote

The flower expresses love and blames the listener for not recognizing it, noting that both share mutual foolishness.

In simple terms: Love can be unnoticed and blamed.

Key Takeaway

Be attentive to love’s subtle signals.

Themes

love communication self-awareness

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Romantic relationships
  • friendships

Key Concepts

perception mutual responsibility emotional honesty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure you notice love’s signs?
  • What role does self‑blame play in relationships?
A Different Perspective

Love can be misread despite clear signals.

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