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Best friend Quote by Sarina Bowen

“We both chuckle even as our lips meet again. And again. Finally I’m able to relax. His arms close around me and it feels like coming home. Our mouths fit together so perfectly. Every time we kiss, I fall even more in love with him, and it has nothing to do with sex or lust. It’s him. His closeness…” quote by Sarina Bowen
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““We both chuckle even as our lips meet again. And again. Finally I’m able to relax. His arms close around me and it feels like coming home. Our mouths fit together so perfectly. Every time we kiss, I fall even more in love with him, and it has nothing to do with sex or lust. It’s him. His closeness and his scent and the way he soothes me. My life has been chaotic for as long as I can remember, and I always dealt with it alone. My parents’ criticism, my confusion over my sexuality. But for six weeks every summer, I didn’t have to be alone. I had Jamie, my best friend, my rock.””

Sarina Bowen

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Summer of Us, 2021

A deep emotional connection provides comfort and belonging, contrasting past loneliness and personal struggles, emphasizing love beyond physical desire.

In simple terms: Love offers safety and peace after hardship.

Key Takeaway

Seek relationships that nurture emotional well‑being.

Themes

love healing identity friendship sexuality

Mood

comforting intimate

Type

personal emotional

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • friendship bonds
  • therapy sessions
  • self‑discovery journeys

Key Concepts

emotional intimacy self‑acceptance support systems

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “home” feel like in a partnership?
  • How can we support friends facing identity challenges?
A Different Perspective

Romantic love may not replace professional help for trauma.

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