Holding hands Quote by Rainbow Rowell
““As far as Reagan was concerned, Cath was already problematically weird. "It's bad enough that you have homemade Simon Snow posters," Reagan had said last night while she was getting ready for bed. "Do you have to have gay homemade Simon Snow posters?" Cath had looked up at the drawing over her desk of Simon and Baz holding hands. "Leave them alone," she said. "They're in love.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Carry On by Rainbow Rowell, 2015
Reagan criticizes Cath’s homemade posters, questioning why they must be gay, but ultimately accepts their love.
In simple terms: Questioning why love must be labeled, then accepting it.
Key Takeaway
Accept love without judgment.
Themes
love
identity
acceptance
prejudice
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
Type
advice
personal
When to use this quote
- school life
- friendship
- personal growth
Key Concepts
LGBTQ+ studies
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we label love?
- How can we move beyond stereotypes?
A Different Perspective
Prejudice can surface even in supportive environments.
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