Dear Quote by Dorothy Parker
“My love runs by like a day in June, And he makes no friends of sorrows. He'll tread his galloping rigadoon In the pathway of the morrows. He'll live his days where the sunbeams start, Nor could storm or wind uproot him. My own dear love, he is all my heart, -- And I wish somebody'd shoot him.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished poem by Dorothy Parker, early 20th century
The speaker celebrates a beloved, resilient lover, yet paradoxically wishes harm upon him, reflecting complex affection and jealousy.
In simple terms: Loves deeply but harbors dark wishes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address conflicting emotions.
Themes
love
jealousy
resilience
Mood
melancholic
intense
Type
poetic
reflective
When to use this quote
- relationship dynamics
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
romantic idealism
emotional conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What underlying feelings fuel this paradox?
- How can you channel jealousy constructively?
A Different Perspective
Dark wishes may signal unresolved issues.
