Romance Quote by Jane Monheit
““Like a ghost that dances on the tip of a lit cigarette, I know what romance is, but it hasn't happened yet. Watch it floating up to heaven only knows, Disappearing before you get too close- It's only smoke. You might say a flame was burning, only smoke-- but my heart is more discerning, I keep dreaming of a fire But when I wake up to the cold-- It's only smoke. Eyes are hypnotizing when they hold you within their embrace. Words are mezmerizing even when they've got nothing to say. The game is charming in an empty kind of way. What's the harm in asking me to play? It's only smoke. You might say a flame was burning, only smoke-- but my heart is more discerning, I keep dreaming of a fire But when I wake up to the cold-- It's only smoke.””
About This Quote
The speaker longs for deep romance but perceives it as fleeting, illusory, like smoke that vanishes before intimacy can form.
In simple terms: Romance feels like an elusive, disappearing illusion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the difference between fantasy and genuine connection.
Themes
longing
illusion
romance
disappointment
intimacy
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
contemplative
Type
poetic
reflective
lyational
When to use this quote
- nightlife dating
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
- artistic expression
- personal growth
Key Concepts
desire
fantasy
disillusionment
Questions to Reflect On
- What patterns keep you chasing unattainable love?
- How can you discern genuine intimacy from fleeting attraction?
A Different Perspective
Romance may be real but often masked by idealized expectations.
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