O whistle, and I'll come to you, my lad: Tho' father and mither and a' should gae mad.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A speaker promises to come when called despite family opposition.
- In plain terms
- I will come to you even if my family objects.
- What can you take from it?
- Love can override family disapproval.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What would you risk for love?
- How do you handle family disapproval?
Another view
The tone is playful rather than serious about consequences.
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