“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height my soul can reach….”
43rd Sonnet written by Elizabeth Barrett Browning in the 19th century.
From this beautiful romantic poem we are led to believe that to love is uplifting, heartwarming and provides intimate connection that lasts forever, way beyond our current lifetime.
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The truth about being human and loving in the real world
is that very few of us have experienced such all-consuming, lifelong, undying and passionate love. For those of us who find ourselves in the throes of love, we really do believe it will last forever. We believe that the passion will always be there and our hearts will continue to lead us back to love.
But love does not always prevail. Continue reading