First kiss Quote by L.M. Montgomery
““No, I don't want you to kiss me--yet. And our first kiss mustn't have the flavour of good-bye. It would be a bad omen. Star o' Morning, I'm sorry you're going. But I'll see you again before long.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Anne of Green Gables, 1908
A speaker wants intimacy but fears a goodbye that would make the moment feel ominous, so she delays the kiss.
In simple terms: Delay intimacy to avoid bad omens.
Wait for the right moment before deepening connection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- first kiss
- relationship building
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the fear of ending teach you about beginnings?
- How can you signal readiness without pressure?
The fear of a goodbye may prevent genuine connection.