Love is like a beautiful flower
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Love is like a beautiful flower Which I may not touch, but whose fragrance Makes the garden a place of delight just the same
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Meaning
This quote compares love to a flower whose beauty can still be felt even without possession. Its meaning is that real love is not always about having or controlling someone, but about appreciating their presence and the joy they bring to life.
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