Bed Quote by Jude Deveraux
“What I do know is that I can't hurt a ghost. I wish I could fall in love with Ann Stuart. I wish I could wed her and bed her and have children with her. I wish I could fill that huge house with little spirit children who would live forever and never die.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Walk to Remember, Jude Deveraux, 1995
The narrator longs for love and family, imagining an eternal, ghost‑free life filled with children, reflecting deep yearning for connection.
In simple terms: Wants love, family, and eternal life.
Key Takeaway
Cherish real relationships now.
Themes
love
family
loneliness
Mood
melancholic
yearning
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting
- grief support
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology of longing
fantasy escapism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “ghost” symbolize for you?
- How can you find fulfillment without idealizing?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing fantasy can hinder acceptance of reality.
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