Call me Quote by Henry Scott Holland
“I have only slipped away into the next room, I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my familiar name. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used … Play, smile, think of me … All is well.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Parable of the Sower” (attributed), early 20th century
Emphasizes enduring personal identity and connection despite physical separation, urging familiar, gentle communication.
In simple terms: Stay connected and recognize shared identity.
Maintain familiar, caring communication.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- long-distance relationships
- grief counseling
- family reunions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “familiar name” signify for you?
- How do you keep relationships alive across distance?
May romanticize continuity without addressing change.