Quote by Jodi Picoult

I'm lonely. Why do you think I had to learn to act so independent? I also get mad too quickly, and I hog the covers, and my second toe is longer than my big one. My hair has it's own zip code. Plus, I get certifiably crazy when I've got PMS. You don't love someone because they're perfect. You love them in spite of the fact that they're not.

I'm lonely. Why do you think I had to learn to act so indepe

Summary

This quote recognizes the speaker's imperfections and quirks, which contribute to their feelings of loneliness. It highlights their need to act independent due to past experiences. The quote further acknowledges that the speaker has flaws like an irritable temperament, selfishness, and physical peculiarities. Despite all these imperfections, the quote suggests that true love comes from accepting and loving someone unconditionally, flaws and all. Love is not based on perfection but rather on embracing someone's imperfect nature and loving them despite their faults.

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Love

By Jodi Picoult

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