Quote by Jodi Picoult

Love is not an equation, it is not a contract, and it is not a happy ending. Love is the slate under the chalk, the ground that buildings rise, and the oxygen in the air. It is the place you come back to, no matter where your headed

Love is not an equation, it is not a contract, and it is not

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This quote emphasizes that love is more than just a mathematical calculation or a contractual obligation. It goes beyond the notion of a fairytale ending. Love is like the foundation that supports growth and development, just like the slate upon which chalk is written. It is the essential element, like oxygen in the air, which gives life meaning and sustains relationships. Love is depicted as a haven, a constant place that one can always return to, regardless of the direction they are headed in life.

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