Quote by Jandy Nelson

Remember how it was when we kissed? Armfuls and armfuls of light thrown right at us. A rope dropping down from the sky. How can the word love and the word life even fit in the mouth?

Remember how it was when we kissed? Armfuls and armfuls of l

Summary

This quote portrays the overwhelming and indescribable intensity of a passionate kiss. It compares the experience to being enveloped in abundant light and receiving divine affection. The question raised about the ability to articulate the profound depths of love and life highlights the limitations of language in capturing such powerful emotions. Ultimately, this quote invites the reader to reflect on the ineffable nature of deep love and the inadequacy of words in fully encompassing its essence.

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