Dear love Quote by Louisa May Alcott
““Give them all of my dear love and a kiss. Tell them I think of them by day, pray for them by night, and find my best comfort in their affection at all times. A year seems very long to wait before I see them, but remind them that while we wait we may all work, so that these hard days need not be wasted. I know they will remember all I said to them, that they will be loving children to you, will do their duty faithfully, fight their bosom enemies bravely, and conquer themselves so beautifully that when I come back to them I may be fonder and prouder than ever of my little women.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, 1868
A heartfelt message urging love, prayer, and purposeful work during separation, emphasizing growth and mutual support.
In simple terms: Love, prayer, and work keep bonds strong while apart.
Stay connected through love and purposeful action.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- long-distance relationships
- family separation
- military deployment
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain intimacy across distance?
- What role does purposeful work play in coping?
May feel overly sentimental for some readers.