Thursday, February 22, 2018

LOVE STORY...



Okay, I still don't know what this means? And I first saw this film 40 years ago. I just wanted to express myself before Valentine's Day is long lost to history in 2018.

My guess is this: If you truly love somebody, then there is no need for an apology - even when you have done something wrong?  Forgiveness is all? Or perhaps it is silent? As long as the love is mutual.

What are your thoughts on the subject?  I'd really like to know...

P.S. This post is inspired by Jon @ Lone Wolf Concerto.  His blog is one of the best to be found. Give it a very long peek :-)


14 comments:

  1. Dear Dylan, I have been married to Norma for 48 years and owe much of our longevity as a couple to my willingness to apologize after an argument, especially if I was right and she was wrong. Good post with a good question!

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    1. Geo, now that makes sense! If you love somebody, then there is no need to feel like you have won the battle. Your main concern is helping the one you love to feel loved. And to keep the love alive? I rather like that - big time :-)

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  2. Oh, and just to add a thing or two: The music is what made this movie such a huge hit. As far as the actors concerned: Ryan O'Neal nailed it big time. He deserved an Academy Award (which he did not get). Hollywood forever. Not.

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  3. Good heavens, I think after my most recent blog posts, many people who used to like my blog will change their minds (*smile*).

    I have ALWAYS wondered exactly what the "never having to say you're sorry" line in Love Story was all about. Perhaps it means that love is all-encompassing,all-forgiving, and occasional flaws should be overlooked. Who knows??

    You're absolutely right, Dylan. The music is truly what made the movie such a big hit.

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    1. Hey Jon, I will never change my mind about you: I value honesty above all else. And you are one honest dude!

      The Love Story music is beautiful. The acting and script not anything to linger for decades upon, etc.

      The movie will forever remain an enigma :-)

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    2. Hey Dylan - your kind words always mean a lot. I just deleted my two most recent blog posts. Several trolls showed up and I'm not in the mood to deal with them.

      I'm glad that you're allowing comments again, and hopefully you can continue to do so without any more problems.

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    3. Jon, you did the right thing. Blogging should be fun and educational. Also, respect should be a given. You don't deserve to be abused simply because of your honesty regarding matters of the world. Stay strong and true. Your faithful readers will never abandon you :-)

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    4. Jon, I tried to leave a comment on your most recent post, but it appears that no comments are showing up? Anyway, I loved the nature and cat pics on your current post.

      Spring will be here within the blink of an eye! So just hang in there as best you can *Hugs*

      Dylan

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  4. Hi Dylan - it's one of those movie lines which never made any sense to me.

    In fact it's just the opposite in my opinion. Love means knowing when to say you're sorry - and love means having to say you're sorry.

    It's nice to see you again !

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    1. Hi Helga! Thank you for the warm welcome back :-) I totally agree w/your thoughts about love and knowing it is best to say you're sorry when you have done something wrong.

      I always say I am sorry when I know I have said something awful to someone I love and care about. I guess that's why I will forever remain baffled by the notorious line in Love Story? Said twice in the movie...

      It's so good to chat with you again!

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  5. Hi. I just hopped over from Jon's blog. After reading some of your comments there, I simply had to visit your blog. Now that I've had a look-around, I really like the way you think, and I'd be happy to sign on as your newest groupie... but I don't see any gizmos here for doing that. Oh well.

    Anyhow, I think that never having to apologize stuff is pure crap. To me, that equates to taking the other person for granted. "Oh, (s)he already knows how I feel... so why bother?" I think honest communications is important, and that includes an apology, if warranted.

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    1. Hi Susan: I recall many of your comments on Jon's blog, and I always found them to be both intelligent and sincere. So I am glad you finally hopped over to my own!

      To be honest, I have not figured out how to add the follow feature (and I've tried 101 times!).

      So I am reduced to book marking my favorite blogs, or clicking on the profile link when someone has left a comment, etc.

      Anyway, I'm very glad you stopped by. I'll be sure to take a peek at your blog. I like honest and smart people.

      P.S. I agree that one should say I am sorry when it is known that a loved one has been hurt by actions or words. Love is always worth much more than pride.


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    2. Exactly! Pride is sore company on a lonely night.

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  6. "Pride is sore company on a lonely night." Wow! I wish I'd said this first :-)

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