Daily life Quote by Margaret Atwood

““We hugged her to us, she was with us in secret, a giggle; she was lava beneath the crust of daily life.””

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

Source Novel: Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood, 2003

A hidden, intense emotional bond can feel powerful and transformative beneath ordinary life.

In simple terms: Secret love feels powerful.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden depths in relationships.

Themes

love intimacy hidden emotions

Mood

reflective poignant

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

family dynamics
secret relationships
personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology human connection

Questions to Reflect On

How do you honor hidden bonds?
What risks come with intense secrecy?

A Different Perspective

Such intensity may be fleeting or idealized.

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