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Flower Quote by Norah Lofts

“Suddenly Damask found herself staring down at the flowers through a dazzle of tears. The words sounded so innocent and so disarming - she remembered that she hadn't wanted to come through the beautiful woods at all; and there was no danger, nothing wrong except the wickedness of her own heart. She…” quote by Norah Lofts
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““Suddenly Damask found herself staring down at the flowers through a dazzle of tears. The words sounded so innocent and so disarming - she remembered that she hadn't wanted to come through the beautiful woods at all; and there was no danger, nothing wrong except the wickedness of her own heart. She looked at Danny's big, brown, work-scarred hands gently gathering the flowers and her love for him was a physical pain. Oh, how she loved him; how she wished that he would ask her to marry him!””

Norah Lofts

About This Quote

A woman feels conflicted love and pain, yearning for marriage while confronting her own inner darkness.

In simple terms: She loves deeply but is tormented by inner conflict.

Key Takeaway

Abrace honesty about feelings and seek mutual commitment.

Themes

love conflict self-doubt yearning

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

romantic psychological

When to use this quote

  • confessing love
  • deciding on marriage
  • overcoming self‑sabotage

Key Concepts

psychology romance inner turmoil

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fears prevent you from committing?
  • How can you reconcile love with personal flaws?
A Different Perspective

Emotions may be clouded by self‑criticism, hindering clarity.

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