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Tell her that you love her hair, that you love her skin, her lips, because, in truth, you love them more than you love your own.
Junot Diaz
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Expressing love involves appreciating every detail of your partner's being, often placing their qualities above your own.

In this quote, Junot Diaz emphasizes the depth of love that allows one to admire and cherish the personal attributes of a partner. It suggests that true love not only recognizes the beauty in another’s physical traits but also signifies a selflessness where one can prioritize the appreciation of their loved one's qualities above their own.

Themes

LoveAppreciationBeautySelflessnessAdmiration

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used in a romantic speech to show deep affection.

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