Quote by John Geddes

... this longing inside me that never goes away, must be a poem...must be you ...

... this longing inside me that never goes away, must be a p

Summary

This quote represents an individual's profound emotional yearning that persists eternally. It suggests that this longing is so profound that it can only be expressed through the beauty and depth of poetry. Furthermore, it implies that the source of this longing, the one who elicits such deep emotions, is a person of significance and importance. The quote encapsulates the idea that the unending longing serves as a poetic expression for someone special, emphasizing the ineffable and captivating nature of their presence.

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By John Geddes

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