Quote by Dorothy Parker

Love is like quicksilver in the hand. Leave the fingers open and it stays. Clutch is, and it darts away.

Love is like quicksilver in the hand. Leave the fingers open

Summary

This quote intends to convey the elusive nature of love. It compares love to quicksilver, a liquid metal that cannot be easily grasped or contained. The analogy suggests that when one tries to tightly hold onto love (clutching it), it slips away. However, if one leaves the fingers open, love may stay. In essence, it highlights the importance of not attempting to control or possess love but rather allowing it to flow naturally, understanding that it cannot be easily controlled or confined.

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By Dorothy Parker

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