Gradual Quote by Cornell Woolrich
““There is no hard and fast line that can be drawn that says: Up to here there was no love; from here on there is now love. Love is a gradual thing, it may take a moment, a month, or a year to come on, and in each two its gradations are different. With some it comes fast, with some it comes slowly. Sometimes one kindles from the other, sometimes both kindle spontaneously. And once in a tragic while one kindles only after the other has already dimmed and gone out, and has to burn forlornly alone. ("Too Nice A Day To Die")””
About This Quote
Source Book: Too Nice A Day To Die by Cornell Woolrich, 1945
Love develops at its own pace, without clear boundaries, and can appear quickly or slowly, sometimes after loss.
In simple terms: Love grows gradually, timing varies.
Key Takeaway
Accept love’s timing.
Themes
love
patience
growth
Mood
reflective
melancholy
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dating
- long‑term partnership
- grief recovery
Key Concepts
emotional development
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize love’s subtle signs?
- Can love be revived after loss?
A Different Perspective
Love may fade if not nurtured.
