But hope has an astonishing resilience and strength. Its very persistence in our hearts indicates that it is not a tonic for wishful thinkers but the ground on which realists stand.
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The very nature of marriage means saying yes before you know what it will cost. Though you may say the “I do” of the wedding ritual in all sincerity, it is the testing of that vow over time that makes you married.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage involves a commitment that requires endurance and sacrifice, often before fully understanding the challenges ahead.
Kathleen Norris highlights that marriage is not just a ceremonial declaration but a lifelong commitment that involves testing and reaffirming the vows made throughout time. The essence of marriage lies in the choices and sacrifices made continuously, which define the relationship beyond the initial 'I do'.
Themes
MarriageCommitmentVowsRelationshipsSacrifice
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech to emphasize the depth of marriage commitments.
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