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Bones Quote by Marge Piercy

“Love says, mine. Love says, I could eat you up. Love says, stay as you are, be my own private thing, don't you dare have ideas I don't share. Love has just got to gobble the other, bones and all, crunch. I don't want to do that. I sure don't want it done to me!” quote by Marge Piercy
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“Love says, mine. Love says, I could eat you up. Love says, stay as you are, be my own private thing, don't you dare have ideas I don't share. Love has just got to gobble the other, bones and all, crunch. I don't want to do that. I sure don't want it done to me!”

Marge Piercy

About This Quote

Love can become possessive and demanding, threatening individuality and mutual respect.

In simple terms: Love can be controlling and stifling.

Key Takeaway

Guard personal boundaries in love.

Themes

love control identity

Mood

conflicted thoughtful

Type

philosophical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • romantic partnerships
  • family dynamics
  • friendships
  • creative collaborations

Key Concepts

psychology relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain selfhood while loving?
  • When does love become harmful?
A Different Perspective

Love’s intensity can blur consent and autonomy.

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