Quote by Adela Florence Nicolson

I shall go the way of the open sea, to the lands I knew before you came, and the cool ocean breezes shall blow from me the memory of your name.

I shall go the way of the open sea, to the lands I knew befo

Summary

This quote expresses a sentiment of moving on after a relationship or experience that has caused pain. The speaker metaphorically refers to the open sea as a symbol of freedom and liberation from the memories associated with their past. They long to return to the familiar places they knew before the person came into their life. The mention of cool ocean breezes signifies a release from the heaviness of the emotional burden, suggesting that time and distance will eventually allow them to forget the person's name and let go of the memories.

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