Quotes about Romance
Falling in love, although it resulted in altered body chemistry and was therefore real, was a hormonally induced delusional state.
— Margaret Atwood
Peter was the ideal boy: tall, good-looking and slender, with a serious, quiet and intelligent face. He had dark hair, beautiful brown eyes, pale cheeks and a nicely pointed nose. I was crazy about his smile, which made him look so boyish and mischievous.
— Anne Frank
Now I live only for Peter
— Anne Frank
Imparadis'd in one another's arms.
— John Milton
Does not the history of the world show that there would have been no romance in life if there had been no risks?
— Mahatma Gandhi
We think you'll find that every woman in her heart of hearts longs for three things: to be romanced, to play an irreplaceable role in a great adventure, and to unveil beauty. That's what makes a woman come alive.
— John Eldredge
The point is the love story. We live in a love story in the midst of war.
— John Eldredge
O for the gentleness of old Romance, the simple planning of a minstrel's song!
— John Keats
Unclasps her warmed jewels one by one;Loosens her fragrant bodice; by degreesHer rich attire creeps rustling to her knees.
— John Keats
I must leave you, Claudia. 'Tis unlikely we will have another opportunity to speak alone again before tomorrow." His lips brushed against hers in a kiss so brief that it was over almost before she realized it began. "Do not kiss anyone else until then. I want you to save your kisses for me.
— Elisabeth Elliot
I learned a new phrase today while you were away." She turned in his arms and then placed her hand on his chest. Her gaze lowered, suddenly shy. "Mi sei mancato molto." (I missed you so much) Sometimes it was acceptable for comfort and need to collide. He leaned down and kissed her, a kiss to seal his promises, a kiss that meant they were going to miss their evening meal.
— Elisabeth Elliot
First love is only a little foolishness and a lot of curiosity.
— George Bernard Shaw