Women know the way to rear up children (to be just). They know a simple, merry, tender knack of tying sashes, fitting baby-shoes, and stringing pretty words that make no sense. And kissing full sense into empty words.
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First time he kissed me, he but only kissed The fingers of this hand wherewith I write; And, ever since, it grew more clean and white.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the deep emotional connection and transformative power of a first kiss.
In this quote, Elizabeth Barrett Browning highlights the profound impact that a simple kiss can have on someone's life, particularly in the realm of love. The act of kissing the fingers of the hand that writes symbolizes affection and admiration, suggesting that love has the ability to elevate and purify one's spirit, making the writer feel more dignified and cherished.
Themes
LoveKissTransformationAffectionConnection
In practice
Example use cases
In a romantic speech at a wedding, one might say, 'As Elizabeth Barrett Browning said, a kiss not only signifies love but also transforms us.'
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