Bullet Quote by Jenny Hubbard
““Pall-- Oh, yes, she could feel it/even though the bullet/had never stabbed her skin./ The bright white heat/ burned at her core/ where two lives/ beat, and if he'd aimed/ there and pulled the trigger,/red would have crested/ like a broken dam/ over her hands/ as her last word rushed/ up to her throat-- Paul-- / a sound that took no time and also lifetimes.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled by Jenny Hubbard, 2023
The poem juxtaposes intense emotional pain with violent imagery, suggesting that love or grief can feel as destructive as a bullet, yet it also hints at an inevitable release of feeling.
In simple terms: Intense emotional pain likened to a bullet’s impact.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and express deep emotions before they overwhelm.
Themes
love
grief
pain
release
Mood
somber
intense
reflective
Type
poetic
emotional
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- breakup
- bereavement
- creative writing
- therapy
- performance art
Key Concepts
metaphor
emotional intensity
dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you channel intense feelings into creative expression?
- What alternatives exist to confronting pain without self‑destruction?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize suffering, overlooking healthier coping strategies.
