Second-hand gloves will become lovely again, their…
“Second-hand gloves will become lovely again, their memories are what give them the need for other hands. And the desolation of lovers is the same: that enormous emptiness carved out of such tiny beings as we are asks to be filled; the need for the new love is faithfulness to the old.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Second‑hand Gloves” (published 1975) inThe poem likens worn gloves and lovers’ emptiness to memories that need new connections, suggesting love’s continuity through remembrance.
Old objects and past loves carry memories that invite new intimacy, honoring the past while seeking renewal.
In simple terms: Memories in old things and past loves call for new connections.
Key Takeaway
Honor past love while opening to new.
Themes
memory
love
renewal
loss
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
poetic
contemplative
When to use this quote
- relationships
- healing
- creative projects
- collecting
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
psychology
nostalgia
attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance remembering and moving forward?
- What does “faithfulness to the old” mean for you?
A Different Perspective
Clinging to the past can hinder present love.