Quote by Elizabeth Bowen

Intimacies between women often go backwards, beginning in revelations and ending in small talk.

Intimacies between women often go backwards, beginning in re

Summary

This quote suggests that the depth of emotional connection between women starts with sharing personal and intimate details about their lives. However, over time, these profound connections may eventually shift towards more shallow and trivial conversations, represented by the term "small talk." It highlights the ebb and flow of friendships between women, acknowledging that while they may share deep secrets and vulnerabilities at the start, the nature of their intimacy can evolve into more casual and less meaningful interactions as time goes on.

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Women

By Elizabeth Bowen

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