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Heart and soul Quote by Louisa May Alcott

“It is so beautiful to be loved as Laurie loves me; he isn’t sentimental, doesn’t say much about it, but I see and feel it in all he says and does, and it makes me so happy and so humble that I don’t seem to be the same girl I was. I never knew how good and generous and tender he was till now, for…” quote by Louisa May Alcott
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““It is so beautiful to be loved as Laurie loves me; he isn’t sentimental, doesn’t say much about it, but I see and feel it in all he says and does, and it makes me so happy and so humble that I don’t seem to be the same girl I was. I never knew how good and generous and tender he was till now, for he lets me read his heart, and I find it full of noble hopes and impulses and purposes, and am so proud to know it’s mine. He says he feels as if he ‘could make a prosperous voyage now with me aboard as mate, and lots of love for ballast.’ I pray he may, and try to be all he believes me, for I love my gallant captain with all my heart and soul and might, and never will desert him while God lets us be together. Oh, Mother, I never knew how much like heaven this world could be when two people love and live for one another!””

Louisa May Alcott

About This Quote

Source Novel: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, 1868

A deep, heartfelt love transforms the narrator, making her feel humble, hopeful, and spiritually uplifted.

In simple terms: Love changes a person, making them feel humble and hopeful.

Key Takeaway

Cherish love that lifts you.

Themes

love transformation humility spirituality

Mood

joyful reverent hopeful

Type

romantic spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • partnership
  • personal growth
  • spiritual devotion

Key Concepts

romantic love self‑discovery faith

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change your sense of self?
  • What responsibilities come with deep devotion?
A Different Perspective

Love may idealize partners, overlooking flaws and practical challenges.

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