Some words have to be explicitly uttered, Lenore. Only by actually uttering certain words does one really DO what one SAYS. 'Love' is one of those words, performative words. Some words can literally make things real.
David Foster WallaceRead
But one kiss levitates above all the others. The intersection of function and desire. The I do kiss. The I’ll love you through a brick wall kiss. Even when I’m dead, I’ll swim through the Earth, like a mermaid of the soil, just to be next to your bones.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote symbolizes the deep, unconditional nature of true love.
Jeffrey McDaniel's quote expresses a profound sentiment about love that transcends physical boundaries and even death. The imagery of a kiss represents both the emotional connection and the commitment to remain united, symbolizing that true love is eternal and can overcome any obstacle, including mortality.
Themes
LoveEternalCommitmentConnectionDevotion
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a wedding speech to illustrate the depth of love between partners.
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