Flames Quote by Edith Wharton
“I couldn't have spoken like this yesterday, because when we've been apart, and I'm looking forward to seeing you, every thought is burnt up in a great flame. But then you come; and you're so much more than I remembered, and what I want of you is so much more than an hour or two every now and then, with wastes of thirsty waiting between, that I can sit perfectly still beside you, like this, with that other vision in my mind, just quietly trusting it to come true.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown (likely a modern reinterpretation), 2020
He describes intense longing and renewed love, emphasizing patience and deep emotional connection beyond fleeting moments.
In simple terms: Longing for deeper love.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate patience in relationships.
Themes
love
longing
patience
Mood
hopeful
introspective
Type
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship
- waiting
- reunion
- trust
Key Concepts
emotional intimacy
expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does patience mean in love?
- How to balance desire and reality?
A Different Perspective
Romantic idealism may ignore practical challenges.
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