Then she paused. A rose shook in her blood and shadowed her cheeks. Quick breath parted the petals of her lips. They trembled. A southern wind of passion swept over her and stirred the dainty folds of her dress. 'I love him', she said simply.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She experiences an intense, almost physical surge of love that overwhelms her senses.
- In plain terms
- Love hits her like a powerful storm.
- What can you take from it?
- Allow yourself to feel love fully, even if it feels overwhelming.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle overwhelming feelings?
- What calms you after passion?
Another view
Such intense emotions can cloud judgment.
More from Oscar Wilde
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