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Quote by Italo Calvino

“But Ludmilla is always at least one step ahead of you. “I like to know that book exists that I will still be able to read…” she says, sure that existent objects, concrete albeit unknown, must correspond to the strength of her desire. How can you keep up with her, this woman who is always reading another book besides the one before her eyes, a book that does not yet exist, but which, since she wants it, cannot fail to exist?”

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Italo Calvino

Italian writer and journalist, known for his unique narrative style and rich imagination. Calvino is considered one of the greatest writers of the 20th century, whose works have had a profound impact on literature both in Italy and around the world. more

“Supporting God's Scriptural ability to give or restrain man's desires, Jerry Bridges points to an amazing verse tucked away in Exodus 34:24. As Israel's people abandon their defense entirely to have a feast before Him three times per year, God says the surrounding peoples will be entirely devoid of even the logical desire to possess their land.”

Desire Security Sovereignty Of God

Book:Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts

Source: Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts

“Everything about the place was screaming desire. The waitresses themselves looked like it was wicked ballerinas’ side hustle.”

Desire Wicked Ballerina Cabaret

Book:Abelard and Heloise: Youth and friendship

Source: Abelard and Heloise: Youth and friendship

“What a strange thing that grief can become need in moments, in breaths, in the strength of his hands. Maybe it’s shelter. Maybe distraction. Or something else entirely. But there is old pain in me and we kiss as though we have kissed a thousand times before, as though in other lives we kissed every day, we kiss as though we have been waiting years to do so.”

Love Desire Grief Healing Longing Intimacy Vulnerability Bittersweet Past Lives Emotional Complexity

Book:Wild Dark Shore

Source: Wild Dark Shore