Quote by Maureen Duffy

The pain of love is the pain of being alive. It is a perpetual wound.

The pain of love is the pain of being alive. It is a perpetu

Summary

This quote suggests that the pain experienced through love is an inherent part of human existence. Love brings with it a profound sense of vulnerability and attachment, which can result in emotional wounds that persist indefinitely. It implies that one cannot fully experience the highs and joys of life without also enduring the lows and sorrows that accompany love. Love is depicted as both a source of immense pleasure and a constant reminder of our mortality and fragility.

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