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Kissed Quote by Catherine Cookson

“You have never kissed me. Patted me, hugged me, but you've never kissed me." "Oh, Rosie, Rosie." His face looked on the point of laughter, then his lips fell gently on hers and he held the kiss for some time. Now, pressing her face from him, he said "That's merely an introduction. When your cheek…” quote by Catherine Cookson
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““You have never kissed me. Patted me, hugged me, but you've never kissed me." "Oh, Rosie, Rosie." His face looked on the point of laughter, then his lips fell gently on hers and he held the kiss for some time. Now, pressing her face from him, he said "That's merely an introduction. When your cheek is better I'll do it properly.””

Catherine Cookson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Mallen Streak, 1970

A tender moment of affection is introduced, hinting at deeper intimacy to come.

In simple terms: A kiss is promised after a gentle introduction.

Key Takeaway

Embrace patience and cherish small gestures.

Themes

romance intimacy anticipation

Mood

warm hopeful

Type

narrative romantic

When to use this quote

  • first kiss
  • building trust
  • relationship milestones

Key Concepts

human connection affection courtship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do small gestures build trust?
  • What does “properly” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

The quote may romanticize delayed intimacy without addressing consent.

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