Cloaks Quote by Kelly Link
“You were going to travel for love, without shoes, or cloak, or common sense. This is one of the things a woman can do when her lover leaves her. It's hard on the feet perhaps, but staying at home is hard on the heart, and you weren't quite ready to give up on him yet.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: "The Traveling Woman", 2010
Love‑driven wanderings can be reckless, yet staying still can hurt the heart more than physical hardship.
In simple terms: Love can push risky travel.
Balance passion with practicality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- road trips for love
- leaving a relationship
- self‑care decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does love justify risk?
- How can you protect yourself while following love?
Romantic idealism may ignore safety.