Affair Quote by Lorrie Moore
“The thing to remember about love affairs," says Simone, "is that they are all like having raccoons in your chimney." ... We have raccoons sometimes in our chimney," explains Simone. And once we tried to smoke them out. We lit a fire, knowing they were there, but we hoped the smoke would cause them to scurry out the top and never come back. Instead, they caught on fire and came crashing down into our living room, all charred and in flames and running madly around until they dropped dead." Simone swallows some wine. "Love affairs are like that," she says. "They are all like that.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "Love Affairs", The New Yorker, 1995
Love affairs are chaotic, unpredictable, and can become destructive if mishandled.
In simple terms: Romantic relationships can become messy and dangerous.
Key Takeaway
Treat love with care and realistic expectations.
Themes
love
relationships
chaos
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
satirical
When to use this quote
- dating
- conflict resolution
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
human behavior
emotional volatility
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate a relationship is becoming harmful?
- How can we maintain healthy boundaries?
A Different Perspective
Romantic idealization can blind people to warning signs.
