Quote by Pearl Bailey

The sweetest joy, the wildest woe is love.

The sweetest joy, the wildest woe is love.

Summary

This quote suggests that love brings both immense pleasure and intense pain. It highlights the contrasting experiences and emotions that love can evoke. Love is portrayed as a source of great happiness, represented by the "sweetest joy." However, it is also shown to be capable of causing immense sorrow or torment, signified by the "wildest woe." The quote captures the duality of love, emphasizing that it has the power to bring incredible highs and devastating lows in our lives.

By Pearl Bailey

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