Time Quote by Edith Wharton
““It was a kiss with a future in it: like a ring slipped upon her soul. And now, in the dreadful pause that followed--while Strefford fidgeted with his cigarette-case and rattled the spoon in his cup--Susy remembered what she had seen through the circle of Nick's kiss: that blue illimitable distance which was at once the landscape at their feet and the future in their souls.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton, 1905
A kiss symbolizes both intimate connection and the vast, shared future it creates, merging present desire with imagined possibilities.
In simple terms: A kiss can bind two people and hint at a shared future.
Key Takeaway
Recognize moments that blend present intimacy with future hope.
Themes
love
future
intimacy
imagery
hope
Mood
reflective
hopeful
nostalgic
Type
literary
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- first dates
- marriage proposals
- significant goodbyes
- reflective moments
Key Concepts
Romanticism
psychology
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a fleeting moment shape long‑term expectations?
- Do symbols of love influence real decisions?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize expectations, overlooking practical challenges of future planning.
