Quote by Yiddish Proverb

It is easier to guard a sack full of fleas than a girl in love.

It is easier to guard a sack full of fleas than a girl in lo

Summary

This quote suggests that trying to control or restrain someone who is deeply in love is nearly impossible. Love can make people act irrational or unpredictable, making it challenging to protect or restrict their emotions. The quote highlights the intense and potentially overwhelming nature of love, emphasizing the difficulty of trying to control or contain someone's feelings when they are passionately in love.

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