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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.” quote by L.M. Montgomery
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““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.””

L.M. Montgomery

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.

Key Takeaway

Wait for the right moment before deepening connection.

Themes

love anticipation fear of loss

Mood

hopeful anxious

Type

romantic dialogue

When to use this quote

  • first kiss
  • relationship building
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

attachment timing emotional vulnerability

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the fear of ending teach you about beginnings?
  • How can you signal readiness without pressure?
A Different Perspective

The fear of a goodbye may prevent genuine connection.

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