Desire Quote by Kelli Allen
““We all know water promises weight to carry our grief, pulsing, further and still further away. The cave is something else entirely. Its promises are the sharp moments of sex we insist frighten us when anyone asks us about love, but which we secretly desire above all faint and feathered touch. The prince always knows this and turns again and again away from his beloved when she becomes too tender. He is looking for the opening where the egg rests unharmed. Yes, memory is velocity solidified and molded into something with hooves and breath. We must be careful where we let these creatures run—to granite or sea.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 2023, author unknown
The passage juxtaposes grief’s weight with desire’s sharpness, suggesting love is both feared and secretly sought, while memory shapes identity and must be guided carefully.
In simple terms: Grief, desire, memory, and love intertwine, requiring mindful direction.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and steer your emotional currents.
Themes
grief
desire
memory
love
identity
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
psychology
metaphor
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance fear and desire?
- What memories shape your current relationships?
A Different Perspective
Love’s intensity can blind rational choice.
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