Oh, I already loved my husband, of course, but this was…
““Oh, I already loved my husband, of course, but this was different. That had been a decision; this was out of my control, an impulse as difficult to resist as gravity. Mad love, crazy love, drop, sink, stumble. The kind of love where every little thing is a sign, a portent: the song on the radio, his Christian name staring up at you from a magazine you’re flicking through, your horoscope in the paper. Normally I don’t even believe in horoscopes, for God’s sake. Love without holes or patches or compromises, soft as an easy chair, a many splendoured thing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Unwritten Life, Kylie Ladd, 2019
A sudden, uncontrollable love feels like fate, turning everyday signs into omens and overwhelming the heart.
In simple terms: Unexpected love feels like destiny, reading meaning into daily events.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the intensity but stay grounded.
Themes
love
destiny
obsession
signs
fate
Mood
intense
hopeful
conflicted
Type
romantic
philosophical
emotional
When to use this quote
- dating
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
romantic idealism
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs do you truly trust?
- How can you balance passion with realism?
A Different Perspective
Such intensity can cloud judgment and lead to unhealthy dependence.