It seemed that we loved each other better when there were large swaths of two continents between us. The daily work of love was often hard to perform at home.

Summary

This quote suggests that distance can sometimes enhance the intensity of love between individuals. When separated by great distances, the challenges and effort required to maintain a loving relationship become more evident. In contrast, when physically close, it can be easy to take the "daily work of love" for granted, resulting in a possible decline in the quality of affection. Thus, the quote implies that distance can paradoxically strengthen and deepen the bond shared between lovers, as it forces them to confront and overcome obstacles to maintain their love.

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