Time Quote by Emery Lord
““What?" I ask. He looks startled out of his thoughts. "What do you mean what ?" "I mean, just then," I say, "that look on your face. What were you thinking about?" "I was thinking...that if I were going to kiss you, now would be a good time. Fireworks and all. Typical songwriter, always looking for poetic parallels.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, contemporary fiction
A character interprets a partner’s distracted stare as a romantic cue, revealing miscommunication and projection of desire.
In simple terms: Misreading signals leads to awkward romance.
Key Takeaway
Clarify intentions before assuming.
Themes
communication
romance
misunderstanding
Mood
awkward
hopeful
Type
dialogue
conversational
When to use this quote
- dating
- first kiss
- conversation
- emotional honesty
Key Concepts
projection
desire
interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify another’s feelings?
- What cues indicate genuine interest?
A Different Perspective
Assuming intent can cause embarrassment.
