how we rolled up the carpet so we could dance, and the days were bright red, and every time we kissed there was anotherappleto slice into pieces.Look at the light through the windowpane. That means it's noon,that meanswe're inconsolable.Tell me how all this, and love too, will ruin us.These our bodies, possessed by light.Tell me we'll never get used to it.

Summary

This quote reflects on the joyful and intense moments of love and passion. The speaker emphasizes how they metaphorically "rolled up the carpet" to embrace life's pleasures and indulged in vibrant days. Each kiss held the promise of something new, symbolized by the image of slicing an apple. The mention of light through the windowpane indicates the passing of time and the looming reality of transience. The speaker questions how these intense experiences, including love, ultimately lead to ruin. They acknowledge the beautiful and ethereal nature of their bodies, consumed by light, and express a desire to never become accustomed to such intense emotions.

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