Quote by Richard Siken

If you love me, Henry, you don't love me in a way I understand.

If you love me, Henry, you don't love me in a way I understa

Summary

This quote suggests that the person named Henry's understanding of love is different from the speaker's expectations. It implies that although the speaker acknowledges Henry's love, it fails to meet their emotional needs. It highlights a disconnect between their understanding and experience of love, indicating that the speaker desires a deeper or different kind of affection from Henry. It raises questions about compatibility and whether genuine love and understanding can exist between them.

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By Richard Siken

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