They were afraid to tell you that one day your hat will fall, your shoes will get dirty and all the books in the world won’t have the answer.
late 1800’s, Germany
Where ever he went, his shadow was sure to follow.
c. 1950, United States
When the stars faded, she found herself breathless from pretending to smile. He stood speechless behind the velvet curtain as she walked away for the last time.
Maybe that’s not what happened, but one can’t always imagine happy endings.
From “Frau Luna”, c.1940, Germany
It doesn’t matter what she’s doing or whether it’s a hose or a pipe. She’s got poise and power in those heels. That’s all you need be concerned with. c.1950
On the other side of love, there were only shadows. It didn’t take long to forget her face. She had turned away some time before the sun set.
c. 1960, West Palm Beach, FL
