Feelings Quote by Margo Lanagan
““He was fine, and foreign, and he did not belong here. I held him close, not crushing, not waking him, letting him sleep, and I suffered. I had never felt such feelings before. I would do anything for him; I would do anything. Anything that was asked of me, that would increase his happiness or health, I would do, and willingly. So I told myself, rocking him, the winter sky white at the window.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Other Side of the Sky” by Margo Lanagan, 2005
A deep, compassionate love for someone who feels alienated, prompting self‑sacrifice and protective care.
In simple terms: Intense love for a foreign, vulnerable person.
Key Takeaway
Offer unconditional support.
Themes
love
alienation
compassion
sacrifice
vulnerability
Mood
tender
melancholic
intense
Type
emotional
narrative
When to use this quote
- caring for a sick loved one
- supporting an immigrant friend
- protecting a child
- comforting a grieving partner
Key Concepts
empathy
selflessness
identity
otherness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self‑care with caring for others?
- When does love become self‑destructive?
A Different Perspective
The devotion may ignore personal boundaries and self‑care needs.
