Deb CalettiToo often in my life, love has been defined as "humiliation with occasional roses".
About This Quote
The Flower Duet from Romeo and Juliet is a classic love song. In the song, the two lovers pledge their love for each other over a melody meant to symbolize a flower. In this quote, Shakespeare captures the feelings of both young love and the relationship between passionate lovers. The idea of roses in Shakespeare’s time was synonymous with love, but it is clear that he was also talking about the indignities of love as well.
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